Mini Baseball Hot Dogs (Printable Version)

Bite-sized hot dogs wrapped in flaky crescent dough, perfect for entertaining or quick snacks.

# What You'll Need:

→ Main Ingredients

01 - 1 can (8 oz) refrigerated crescent roll dough
02 - 24 mini beef or turkey hot dogs

→ Optional Toppings

03 - 1 egg, beaten for egg wash
04 - 1 tablespoon sesame seeds or poppy seeds
05 - Ketchup and yellow mustard for serving

# Steps:

01 - Preheat oven to 375°F. Line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
02 - Unroll crescent roll dough and separate into 8 triangles. Cut each triangle into 3 smaller long strips for a total of 24 strips.
03 - Pat mini hot dogs dry with paper towels to remove excess moisture.
04 - Wrap each hot dog with a dough strip starting at one end, leaving ends exposed to resemble tiny baseball bats.
05 - Place wrapped hot dogs seam side down on prepared baking sheet.
06 - Brush tops lightly with beaten egg. Sprinkle with sesame or poppy seeds if desired.
07 - Bake for 12 to 15 minutes until dough is puffed and golden brown.
08 - Cool slightly before serving with ketchup and mustard for dipping.

# Expert Insights:

01 -
  • Quick and simple to make with only a few ingredients.
  • Picky eaters love the kid-friendly shape and size.
  • Perfect for sharing at game days, parties, or packed lunches.
  • Customizable with optional toppings and fillings to add variety.
02 -
  • Use a sharp knife or pizza cutter for even dough strips to wrap the hot dogs neatly.
  • Leave the ends of the hot dogs exposed for the signature baseball bat look and to ensure they cook evenly.
  • Enjoy fresh and warm for the best texture and flavor, but leftovers reheat well in an oven or air fryer.
  • Check the dough packaging for allergen info and brand specifics to accommodate dietary needs.
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