These high protein low carb pigs in a blanket are one of my favorite things to bring to any holiday party, game day get-together, or family gathering. They're bite-sized, wrapped in bacon, brushed with a sweet glaze, and gone in minutes, every single time. Nobody asks if they're low carb, they're too busy reaching for seconds. With just 3 simple ingredients, they're easy to make but feel a little fancy, which makes them perfect appetizer for any festive spread. They are sooo good!
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How to Make High Protein Low Carb Pigs In A Blanket
These are the kind of appetizers that make you look like you tried harder than you did. You can prep a whole tray in minutes, and they bake up with that golden bacon crisp that screams party food. They're easy to scale up for a crowd and don't require any last-minute mess, which makes them ideal when your kitchen is already crazy.
I've served these for Christmas Eve snacks, New Year's spreads, and even summer BBQs when I wanted something fun that wasn't loaded with carbs. They hold up well at room temp and pair with just about any dipping sauce, though honestly, they don't need one. That sweet and salty combo already does all the heavy lifting.
They also work great as a high protein snack to keep in the fridge. I've grabbed a few of these after a long day or packed them up for an easy lunchbox option. They're simple, satisfying, and always hit the spot whether you're hosting or just raiding your own fridge.
Ingredients You'll Need For This Recipe
- 1 cup beef cocktail sausages
- 10-12 strips bacon
- 3 tbsp zero sugar honey substitute
Step By Step Instructions
- Preheat the oven to 350℉.
- Cut wide strips of bacon into narrow strips, about ½ inch thick.
- Wrap each sausage in bacon, overlapping.
- Place bacon wrapped sausages on parchment-lined baking sheet.
- Spread zero sugar honey using a silicone brush.
- Bake for about 20 minutes.
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Tips and Tricks
Cut the bacon into thin strips – Thinner bacon strips wrap more easily around the sausages and cook evenly without unraveling or staying chewy.
Use parchment paper – This keeps the bacon from sticking to the pan and makes cleanup quick. Plus, the glaze won't burn onto your baking sheet.
Brush the glaze on halfway through – If your bacon is extra fatty or thick, wait until the 10-15 minute mark to brush on the honey substitute so it doesn't slide off during baking.
I hope these high protein low carb pigs in a blanket make it to your next party tray or snack stash. They're simple, crowd-pleasing, and just plain fun to eat. Let me know if they disappear as fast at your house as they do at mine! xoxo Olivia
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Recipe
High Protein Low Carb Pigs In A Blanket
Ingredients
- 1 cup beef cocktail sausages (about 2 inches long)
- 10-12 strips bacon
- 3 tablespoon zero sugar honey substitute (Note 1)
Instructions
- Preheat the oven to 350℉.
- Cut wide strips of bacon into narrow strips, about ½ inch thick.
- Wrap each sausage in bacon, overlapping.
- Place bacon wrapped sausages on parchment-lined baking sheet.
- Spread zero sugar honey using a silicone brush.
- Bake for about 20 minutes.
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