pig in a blanket

noun phrase

plural pigs in a blanket or pigs in blankets

: a frankfurter served in a wrapper of baked dough

Examples of pig in a blanket in a Sentence

Recent Examples on the Web

To satiate appetites, silver platters of sliders, sushi, and mini pigs in a blanket made their way around the room, as did little bathtubs filled with French fries—perhaps another clue for the upcoming series? — Lauren Sanchez, Vogue, 24 Sep. 2026

Greens and black-eyed peas upgrade a classic appetizer—pigs in a blanket—into a stunning dinner. — Alana Al-Hatlani, Southern Living, 17 Sep. 2026

The collectible piece features the brand’s iconic check pattern, elegant gold detailing, and a 13-inch-long tray that’s perfect for party-size servings of wings and pigs in a blanket. — Better Homes & Gardens, 16 Sep. 2026

Everyone’s favorite party snack—on the left, on the right, young, old—is pigs in a blanket. — Rebecca Firkser, Bon Appetit Magazine, 1 Sep. 2026

Word History

First Known Use

1926, in the meaning defined above