Mini Baseball Hot Dogs (Printable)

Bite-sized hot dogs encased in flaky crescent dough with a golden, savory crust and optional seeds topping.

# 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 and line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
02 - Unroll crescent roll dough and separate into 8 triangles. Cut each triangle into 3 longer strips, yielding 24 strips total.
03 - Pat mini hot dogs dry using paper towels to ensure proper dough adhesion.
04 - Wrap each hot dog with one dough strip starting from one end, leaving both ends exposed to create a baseball bat appearance. Position seam side down on prepared baking sheet.
05 - Brush tops of wrapped hot dogs lightly with beaten egg. Sprinkle with sesame or poppy seeds if desired.
06 - Bake for 12 to 15 minutes until dough is puffed and golden brown.
07 - Allow to cool slightly before serving with ketchup and mustard for dipping.

# Expert Advice:

01 -
  • Quick and easy to make in just 30 minutes from start to finish
  • Perfect for parties, game days, or kid-friendly snacks
  • Uses simple, accessible ingredients you can find at any grocery store
  • Fun baseball bat shape makes them a conversation starter
  • Customizable with different hot dog varieties and optional toppings
02 -
  • Use a pastry brush to apply egg wash evenly for a professional-looking golden finish
  • Don't wrap the dough too tightly—it needs room to expand as it bakes
  • Space the wrapped hot dogs at least an inch apart on the baking sheet to ensure even browning
  • Check labels carefully if serving to guests with allergies, as hot dogs and dough may contain various allergens
  • These are best served warm, but they can be reheated in a 300°F oven for 5-7 minutes
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