Upgrade your classic pigs in a blanket with this recipe for brats in a blanket. Perfect for a party or game day snack‚ these bratwursts wrapped in flaky pastry are sure to be a hit!Im sharing #SausageFamily in my life as part of a Johnsonville sponsored series for SocialstarsBrats in a Blanket are a fun and exciting way to celebrate Bratsgiving- National Bratwurst Day on August 16th. They are like a grown-up‚ super-sized version of Pigs in a Blanket. But dont worry. The kids will love them. They are so juicy and tasty.I used Johnsonville Firecracker Brats‚ my new favorite Bratwurst flavor. They have just the right amount of heat and are so flavorful and delicious.Ingredients NotesBrats I use Johnsonville Brats. They have different flavors of brats. Use any flavor you like.Puff Pastry Crescent dough can be used instead but you cant beat the buttery flakiness of puff pastry.Swiss Cheese you can use cheddar cheese‚ provolone cheese‚ or mozzarella cheese instead.Dijon Mustard spicy or Creole mustard can be used instead.Sauerkraut be sure to drain it well so it doesnt get the puff pastry soggy.Egg brushing the puff pastry with egg wash helps get it extra golden and crispy.Caraway Seeds poppy seeds or everything bagel seasoning can be substituted for caraway seeds.First I grilled them to give them that awesome grill-flavor. I let them cool and wrapped them in puff pastry with swiss cheese‚ mustard‚ and sauerkraut.You could also use crescent roll dough‚ but I love how buttery and crispy the puff pastry gets.Note: 5 Brats come in a package of Johnsonville Brats‚ but I couldnt think of a good way to cut a sheet of puff pastry into 5 pieces that would fully wrap around the brats. So you will have one brat leftover. If someone doesnt eat it up right away‚ save it in the refrigerator. You can chop it up and add it to mac and cheese or to a grilled cheese sandwich. Talk about delicious!!Storage and FreezingBrats in a Blanket are best eaten shortly after being made but you can keep them in an airtight container in the fridge for 3 days and reheat in a 350 degree oven or air fryer. Assembled Brats can be frozen for up to a month. To cook brats from frozen they will need a little extra time. If they are getting too brown‚ cover loosley with foil.More Recipes Using BratsCrock Pot Reuben BratsGrilled Brats with Southern ToppingsJalapeno Beer BratsSlow Cooker Beer BratsBratwurst Mac and Cheese PrintBrats in a BlanketGrilled Brats wrapped up in puff pastry with swiss cheese and sauerkraut and baked until golden.Course LunchCuisine AmericanKeyword sausagePrep Time 20 minutes minutesCook Time 20 minutes minutesTotal Time 40 minutes minutesServings 4 servingsAuthor Christin MahrligEquipmentRimmed Baking SheetParchment PaperIngredients1 package Johnsonville Brats1 sheet frozen puff pastry‚ defrosted according to package directions6 slices swiss cheese4 teaspoons Dijon mustard1 cup sauerkraut‚ drained well1 egg1 teaspoon caraway seeds‚ optionalInstructionsGrill brats according to package directions. Let cool.Preheat oven to 400 degrees and line a baking sheet with parchment paper.Place puff pastry on a lightly floured surface and roll out slightly. When cut in quarters‚ each piece should be about as long as a bratwurst.Cut puff pastry into 4 equal quarters. Place on prepared baking sheet.Place 1 1/2 slices Swiss cheese to cover each piece of puff pastry.Spread 1 teaspoon of Dijon mustard on top of cheese for each piece of puff pastry.Arrange 1/4 cup sauerkraut down the center of each piece and place the bratwursts on top.Roll puff pastry around bratwurst and place seam side down.Whisk egg with 1 tablespoon water and brush egg mixture across the top of the puff pastry.Sprinkle with caraway seeds.Place in oven and bake for 20 to 24 minutes‚ or until golden brown.Serve with mustard.NotesTo make spicy‚ add a few pinches of crushed red peppers to the sauerkraut.Want to Save This Recipe?Save This RecipeOriginally posted August 10‚ 2016.The post Brats in a Blanket appeared first on Spicy Southern Kitchen.