Name: Breakfast Pigs in Cinnamon Rolls
Prep time: 10 min
Cook time: 24 min
Total time: 34 min
Yield: 12
Cuisine: American
Ingredients: 12 jimmy dean fully cooked breakfast sausage links; 6 original pillsbury cinnamon rolls

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Breakfast Pigs in Cinnamon Rolls are a delightful twist on your typical morning fare. Picture this: scrumptious, baked cinnamon rolls enveloping juicy breakfast sausage links. This easy-to-make dish brings together the best of both worlds, merging sweet and savory flavors that will leave your taste buds dancing. Whether you’re gearing up for a family brunch or simply need a quick weekday breakfast option, these quirky little rolls are sure to impress.

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Why You’ll Love This Recipe
Ingredients You’ll Need
How to Make Breakfast Pigs in Cinnamon Rolls
Storing & Reheating
Chef’s Helpful Tips
Recipe FAQs
Breakfast Pigs in Cinnamon Rolls

I’ve stumbled across this recipe during a weekend breakfast mission, wanting to surprise my family with something both fun and filling. The familiar smell of warm cinnamon rolls filled the kitchen, paired with the savory aroma of breakfast sausage – a truly perfect combination. Each bite is a warm hug on a plate, and I can’t wait to share it with you!

Why You’ll Love This Recipe

Quick to Make: With just 10 minutes of prep and 24 minutes of baking, you can have these ready in no time.
Sweet and Savory: The blend of cinnamon sweetness with savory sausage is utterly irresistible.
Cute Presentation: These little rolls are so fun to serve, making them perfect for any gathering or breakfast treat.
Versatile Enjoyment: Great for breakfast, brunch, or a playful snack any time of the day.
Kid-Friendly: Kids will love getting involved in the assembly – it’s like breakfast art!

Ingredients You’ll Need

12 fully cooked breakfast sausage links: I recommend using Jimmy Dean for their great flavor and easy preparation. Feel free to try other brands, but ensure they’re pre-cooked!
6 original Pillsbury cinnamon rolls: These are perfect for their classic taste and fluffy texture. You could experiment with other flavors like cream cheese or maple, but the original pairs best with sausage.

How to Make Breakfast Pigs in Cinnamon Rolls

Preheat the Oven: Start by preheating your oven to 375°F. This ensures even baking for your delightful rolls.

Prepare the Cinnamon Rolls: Take the 6 original Pillsbury cinnamon rolls and cut each one in half. Don’t worry; they’ll still have that delicious flavor! Use your hand or the back of a knife to flatten each half slightly—this helps them to wrap around the sausage snugly.

Wrap the Sausage: Roll one cinnamon roll half tightly around each of the 12 fully cooked breakfast sausage links. It’s like giving the sausages a cozy cinnamon blanket! Repeat until all sausages are securely wrapped.

Place on Sheet Pan: Arrange the cinnamon roll-wrapped sausages seam side down on a greased sheet pan. This ensures they stay closed while baking and gets a delightful golden crust.

Bake to Perfection: Pop the pan in your preheated oven and bake at 375°F for about 14 minutes. Keep an eye on them until they reach a golden-brown color, as the aroma wafts through your kitchen. You’ll know they’re done when the edges are beautifully golden.

Drizzle with Icing: Once baked, remove them from the oven and let them cool for a minute. Then, drizzle the icing that comes with the cinnamon rolls over the tops of each one. You can use a knife or a piping bag for a more polished look—make them as pretty as they are delicious!

Storing & Reheating

Store any leftovers at room temperature in an airtight container for up to 3 days. For longer-term storage, you can refrigerate them for up to a week. Freeze them in a freezer-safe container for up to 3 months. When ready to enjoy, preheat your oven to 350°F and reheat for about 10 minutes or until warmed through. The texture will slightly change after freezing, so refreshing them in the oven can help restore that warm, gooey goodness.

Chef’s Helpful Tips

Avoid Overbaking: Keep an eye on your rolls as baking times may vary slightly depending on your oven. You want them golden, not dry.
Use Softened Ingredients: If you’re using homemade rolls, ensure any dough is at room temperature for easier wrapping.
Flavors to Explore: Consider adding a sprinkle of cinnamon or nutmeg in the icing for an added flavor kick.
Don’t Skip the Icing: It brings together the cinnamon and sausage flavors beautifully—so drizzle generously!
Make Ahead: You can assemble these the night before, cover with plastic wrap, and refrigerate. Bake them fresh in the morning for a speedy breakfast.

Breakfast Pigs in Cinnamon Rolls are sure to become a beloved tradition in your home, filled with flavor and fun. The balance of sweetness and savory is a delightful experience. I encourage you to play around with different types of sausage or even try out different icing flavors—you might just stumble upon a new favorite.

Recipe FAQs

Can I use homemade cinnamon rolls?

Absolutely! Using homemade dough can elevate the dish even further. Just prepare your dough and roll around the sausages in the same manner as described.

What other fillings can I use?

Feel free to switch up the filling! You could try other breakfast meats like bacon or even go vegetarian with veggie sausage. Experiment with different flavor combinations!

How do I store leftovers?

Place any leftover rolls in an airtight container at room temperature for up to 3 days. You can refrigerate them for a week but be sure to reheat them properly to maintain flavor.

Can I freeze these?

Yes! They freeze beautifully. Wrap them individually in plastic wrap and then place them in a freezer-safe bag for up to 3 months. Reheat directly from frozen in the oven and enjoy!

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Author: Peter
Prep Time: 10 minutes
Cook Time: 24 minutes
Total Time: 34 minutes
Yield: 12 1x
Category: Breakfast
Method: Baking
Cuisine: American

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Breakfast Pigs in Cinnamon Rolls combine savory sausage and sweet cinnamon rolls in a delightful treat. Perfect for brunch, this easy recipe features fully cooked sausage links wrapped in soft cinnamon rolls, topped with delicious icing. It’s a quick and satisfying way to start the day!

Ingredients

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12 jimmy dean fully cooked breakfast sausage links
6 original pillsbury cinnamon rolls

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Instructions

Preheat your oven to 375°F.
Cut 6 cinnamon rolls in half and flatten each half using your hand or the back of a knife.
Tightly roll one cinnamon roll half around one sausage link and repeat until all 12 sausage links are wrapped.
Place the cinnamon roll-wrapped sausages seam side down on a greased sheet pan.
Bake at 375°F for about 14 minutes.
Add icing on each piece, focusing on the tops of the cinnamon rolls. Use a knife or piping bag for a neater look.

Notes

Feel free to adjust the icing amount based on your sweetness preference.
These are best served warm, fresh from the oven.
Consider adding a sprinkle of cinnamon on top for added flavor.