These vegan pigs in a blanket use tortillas making them an easy and healthy way to create this fan favorite. It also makes them easily gluten free!
If you use carrot dogs instead of veggie hot dogs, you can even get in an extra dose of veggies. This recipe is a must try!
This post was originally published on August 12, 2021.
Finger foods are a great way to get kids to try new things. Much like my veggie tots, this recipe helps get in some veggies in a fun and delicious way!
Ingredients
Serve these tasty morsels as an afternoon snack after school. Or, make up a batch for a party (vegan snacks are great for parties!) and enjoy with a variety of dips. You can even enjoy these for a family friendly dinner by pairing with fresh veggies and chili mac.
The simple ingredients needed to make these vegan pigs in a blanket are:
- Tortillas
- Veggie dogs - store bought or homemade
- Almond flour
- Dairy free milk
- Distilled white vinegar
- Sea salt
- Ground mustard
How to Make Vegan Pigs in a Blanket
Just a few easy steps stand between you and deliciousness! Here's what to do:
- Whisk all batter ingredients and prepare the dogs and tortillas.
- Dip the tortilla strips in the batter and roll up around the dogs.
- Arrange on a parchment paper lined baking sheet.
- Bake for 30 minutes, or until browning on the edges.
- Enjoy!
Dipping Sauce for Pigs in a Blanket
What would pigs in a blanket be without some tasty dip options? Here are some ideas to try:
- Ketchup
- Vegan Ranch
- Yellow Mustard
- Dijon Mustard
- BBQ Sauce
- Easy Pizza Sauce
- Vegan Nacho Cheese
- Buffalo Sauce (without butter)
- Vegan Queso Dip
Preparation tips
The following information will help you perfect the art of making these gluten free pigs in a blanket:
- Choose burrito size tortillas that are as soft as possible. Flour or gluten-free flour works best.
- If your tortillas aren’t soft and pliable:
- Wrap in a damp paper towel and microwave for 30 seconds.
- If they're still not soft and warm, heat in 15 second increments until they are.
- You can also steam them using a double boiler.
- When dipping in the batter, allow tortillas to soak for about 30 seconds.
- Also, don’t leave them too long or they will fall apart.
- You can trim the hot dogs and tortillas any way you want to make them fit. If you want them pretty, then cut the strips a little smaller than the hot dog pieces so they show at each end
- Use your favorite carrot dog recipe instead of store bought veggie dogs for a vegetable based option.
- For a crispier crust, cook a little longer.
Storage tips
Whether you have leftovers or want to prepare then in advance, you're going to want to do the following:
- Store cooked pigs in a blanket in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3-5 days.
- Before sealing in the storage container, let them cool. Otherwise they'll steam and get soggy.
- To reheat with the crispiest results use an oven, toaster oven, or air fryer at 350° until warm.
- To warm in a hurry, you can microwave for 30 seconds or until heated through.
Common Questions
A vegan pig in a blanket is a vegan hot dog or veggie dog wrapped in a plant based crust.
The version we are all familiar with in the United States originated in the 1950's. The filling is pork, hence the pig, and is wrapped in a 'blanket' of dough.
There are a few different versions of this food. Pigs in a blanket consisting of hot dogs or sausages wrapped in dough is from the United States, first credited to a Betty Crocker cookbook in 1957. In the United Kingdom, they are made with sausages wrapped in bacon.
The vegan versions of puff pastry leave out the butter and egg. Instead, they are made with a base of flour, water, and oil.
More Vegan and Gluten Free Recipes
Whether you have a house of hungry kids, or if you're simply a kid at heart, these plant based recipes will result in full bellies and big smiles:
Vegan Pigs in a Blanket (Gluten Free)
Ingredients
- 3 tortillas of choice , see note
- 4 veggie dogs or carrot dogs , gluten-free if needed (see note)
Batter:
- 1 cup almond flour/meal , see note
- 1 cup dairy free milk
- 1 tablespoon distilled white vinegar
- ½ teaspoon sea salt
- ¼ teaspoon ground mustard
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 375 F/ 190 C
- Whisk all batter ingredients in a shallow dish.
- If your tortillas aren’t soft and pliable, warm them by wrapping them in a damp paper towel and placing them in the microwave for 30 seconds. Check and if not warm and soft, warm for 15 second increments until they are. If you don’t have a microwave, then steam them using a double boiler.
- Cut the hot dogs into 3 equal pieces. Slice the tortillas into 4 equal strips. You can trim the hot dogs and tortillas any way you want to make them fit. If you want them pretty, then cut the strips a little smaller than the hot dog pieces so they show at each end.
- Dip each tortilla strip in batter, making sure both sides are covered. Allow to soak for about 30 seconds to get them nice and soft. Don’t leave them too long or they will fall apart.
- Roll up a hot dog piece in a strip of tortilla sealing the end. It should stick since it is wet.
- Place on a parchment lined cookie sheet. Repeat with each piece.
- Bake for 30 minutes, or until browning on the edges. You can cook longer if you want them more crisp.
- Enjoy warm! Dip in ketchup and mustard.
Notes
- You want your tortillas to be as soft as possible for the best end result. You want them burrito size, not taco size. Also, flour or gluten-free flour works best.
- You can adjust the size of the hot dogs and tortilla strips to fit them however you want.
- Use your favorite carrot dog recipe instead of store bought veggie dogs for a vegetable based option.
- This makes 12 pigs in a blanket, serving size is 3.
Recipe by Veggies Don’t Bite, visit our site for more great plant-based recipes.
Nutrition
Nutrition and metric information should be considered an estimate.
Fanny
Oh my! I can so see me serve this as an amuse bouche at Xmas for my family and blow everyone's minds!
veggiesdontbite
Absolutely!! They are the perfect finger food!
Sarah
So fun! My kids loved these, we served with the BBQ sauce and ketchup to please everyone.