Zombie Fingers (Pigs in a Blanket)
Spice up your Halloween party with Zombie Fingers! These creepy pigs in a blanket are easy to make and sure to scare up some fun.
Equipment
- Baking sheet
- Parchment paper
- Knife
- Pastry Brush
- Measuring spoons
Ingredients
- 8 oz crescent roll dough (refrigerated, one package)
- 24 cocktail sausages
- 1 egg (large, beaten)
- 1/4 cup almonds (sliced, optional)
- 1 tbsp poppy seeds
- 1 tbsp sesame seeds
- ketchup (for decoration, optional)
- red food coloring (for decoration, optional)
Instructions
- Step 1. Preheat Oven to 375°FBefore diving into the prep work, preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C).This step is essential for ensuring your Zombie Fingers cook evenly and achieve that perfect golden-brown color.While the oven's heating up, you've got time to gather your ingredients and equipment.Why not use these moments to double-check you've got everything ready?
- Step 2. Unroll and Cut DoughNow that your oven's heating up, it's time to tackle the dough. Grab that package of refrigerated crescent roll dough and carefully unroll it onto a clean, flat surface. You'll see it's divided into triangles - perfect for our ghoulish creation!Here's where precision comes into play: you'll need to cut each triangle lengthwise into three narrow strips. Why three? It's the magic number that'll give you enough dough to wrap around each cocktail sausage while still maintaining that finger-like appearance.As you cut, try to keep the strips as even as possible. This'll guarantee your Zombie Fingers cook uniformly and look eerily consistent.Feeling creative? You could experiment with different cutting techniques to give your fingers varied textures. Maybe try a zigzag cut for a more ragged, decomposed look.Or, if you're feeling particularly daring, why not attempt to create knuckle indentations? Remember, the key to mastering this step is patience and a steady hand. After all, aren't the best zombies the ones with the most character?
- Step 3. Wrap Sausages in DoughWith your dough strips ready, it's time to transform those ordinary cocktail sausages into creepy Zombie Fingers. Take each strip and wrap it carefully around a sausage, leaving the tip exposed to mimic a fingertip.As you work, think about how you want your zombie fingers to look - are they freshly risen from the grave or long-decayed?Make sure to wrap the dough snugly, but not so tight that it tears. You'll want to create some wrinkles and folds in the dough to give your fingers a more realistic, undead appearance.How can you make each finger unique? Try varying the angle of the wrapping or the amount of sausage left exposed. Remember, zombies aren't known for their perfect manicures!As you place each wrapped sausage on the baking sheet, consider their arrangement. Are they reaching out towards their next victim, or lying haphazardly as if they've just fallen off a zombie?This attention to detail will elevate your Zombie Fingers from a simple snack to a showstopping Halloween centerpiece.
- Step 4. Add Almond "Fingernails"After wrapping the sausages, it's time to give your Zombie Fingers their ghastly manicure. Grab your sliced almonds and prepare to transform these snacks into truly creepy creations.You'll want to press an almond slice onto the exposed tip of each sausage, creating a realistic-looking fingernail. Wondering how to make them stick? That's where your beaten egg comes in handy. Brush a small amount of egg wash onto the sausage tip before pressing the almond in place. This will act as a glue, ensuring your "fingernails" stay put during baking.As you work, consider varying the angle and placement of the almonds. Some nails might be straight, while others could be slightly crooked for a more unsettling effect.Are you feeling particularly daring? Try using different nuts or even thinly sliced vegetables for unique nail shapes. Remember, the key to a spine-chilling presentation is in the details.Once you've added all the fingernails, take a step back and admire your handiwork. Your Zombie Fingers are now one step closer to being the star of your Halloween spread!
- Step 5. Bake Until Golden BrownYour ghoulish creations are ready for the oven! Now it's time to bring these Zombie Fingers to life. Place your baking sheet in the preheated 375°F (190°C) oven and keep a close eye on them.You'll want to bake these undead delicacies for 12-15 minutes, or until they've achieved that perfect golden-brown hue. Isn't it fascinating how heat transforms dough into a crispy, flaky crust?As you watch them bake, you'll notice the dough puffing up slightly, enveloping the sausages in a warm embrace. The aroma of buttery pastry will fill your kitchen, making it hard to resist peeking.But resist you must! Opening the oven door too often can disrupt the baking process. Instead, use your oven light to monitor their progress.When the Zombie Fingers have reached that ideal golden color, remove them from the oven. Let them cool for a few minutes before handling. After all, you wouldn't want to burn your own fingers on these deliciously spooky treats, would you?
Nutrition
Calories: 301kcalCarbohydrates: 18gProtein: 8gFat: 23gSaturated Fat: 7gPolyunsaturated Fat: 5gMonounsaturated Fat: 8gTrans Fat: 0.01gCholesterol: 50mgSodium: 676mgPotassium: 133mgFiber: 1gSugar: 5gVitamin A: 40IUVitamin C: 0.01mgCalcium: 59mgIron: 2mg