Mini Baseball Hot Dogs (Printable Version)

Golden crescent dough wrapped mini hot dogs make a fun, easy snack for any occasion.

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

# Directions:

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 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 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 Advice:

01 -
  • Quick and easy—ready in just 30 minutes from start to finish
  • Kid-friendly and perfect for picky eaters
  • Customizable with your favorite toppings and dipping sauces
  • Great for parties, game days, lunchboxes, or after-school snacks
  • Uses simple, readily available ingredients
02 -
  • Don't skip drying the hot dogs—moisture is the enemy of crispy dough
  • Leave the ends of the hot dogs exposed for that authentic baseball bat appearance
  • Rotate the baking sheet halfway through baking for even browning
  • Let them cool for 2-3 minutes before serving to avoid burning mouths
  • Make a double batch—these disappear fast at parties
  • Store leftovers in an airtight container and reheat in the oven for best results
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