Air fryer pigs in a blanket take the classic party appetizer and give it a twist by making it in the air fryer. They always come out golden and flaky on the outside and juicy on the inside!
I've been making this tasty classic appetizer for years. When I discovered making it in the air fryer, I never looked back!
Air Fryer Pigs in a Blanket
This was inspired by my air fryer mummy dogs recipe on this site and pairs well with this spicy mayo sauce recipe.
Ingredients
The ingredient list couldn't be simpler. It only takes two ingredients!
- Crescent dough sheet
- Hot dogs
Instructions
Making these tasty treats is as easy as the ingredient list. It only takes a few simple steps to make.
Step 1: Perp
Cut the hot dogs in half. Then, roll half the crescent dough out so you can see four triangles. Work the seams gently together to create one sheet of dough. Repeat this process with the other half of the dough.
Step 2: Cut the Dough
Cut both sheets of dough into 8 strips each.
Step 3: Wrap the Hot Dogs
Wrap each hot dog in a strip of crescent roll dough.
Step 4: Air Fry
Place the pigs in a blanket about an inch apart in a greased air fryer basket and cook for 4 minutes at 350 degrees. Flip and cook for another 4 minutes. Enjoy!
Hint: The easiest way to cut your dough into strips is to use a pizza cutter.
Substitutions
Don't have the correct ingredients on hand or want to change something up? Here are some helpful tips for you to change these air fryer pigs in a blanket.
- Mini Sausages - You can use mini sausages in place of cut hot dogs.
- Canned Biscuit Dough - Biscuit dough will work in place of crescent dough. It will taste a bit different.
Variations
Want to personalize this air fryer pigs in a blanket recipe? Here are some of my tried and true tips for changing up this recipe.
- Spicy - Dip the hot dogs in hot sauce before wrapping them for a spicy kick.
- Garlic Bread - Spread melted butter on the dough and sprinkle it with garlic.
If you love recipes like this, you may also enjoy sausage cream cheese crescent rolls.
Storage
Store leftovers in an air-tight container in the refrigerator for up to 3 days. For longer storage, freeze them for up to 3 months.
What to Serve with Pigs in a Blanket
If you need some serving ideas look no further. We have created an incredible list of sides for pigs in a blanket for you to choose from and I hope you'll have a look.
We also have created a list of kid friendly air fryer recipes just in case you need it.
Tips
This is a super simple recipe, but I have some tips to help make it even easier.
- A pizza cutter is the easiest way to cut your crescent roll dough.
- When rolling the crescent dough around the hot dogs, wet the edge of the strip to make sure it sticks.
- Always preheat your air fryer for even cooking.
More Hot Dog Recipes
Do you like hot dogs? Here are some recipes you may also like to try.
FAQ
Do you have questions about air fryer pigs in a blanket? Here are some of the most commonly asked questions about air fryer pigs in a blanket.
They'll keep for up to 3 days in the fridge or up to 3 months in the freezer.
Open-air freeze them. Then place them in an air-tight, freezer-safe container or heavy-duty freezer bag.
Place them on a baking sheet and bake them for 4 to 5 minutes at 350 degrees until heated through.
Air Fryer Pigs in a Blanket Video
Air Fryer Pigs in a Blanket
Ready to get cooking? Remember that you can print this recipe if you would like.
Air Fryer Pigs in a Blanket
Equipment
Ingredients
- 1 tube crescent roll dough or sheet, refrigerated
- 8 hot dogs
Instructions
- Get out and measure your ingredients.
- Prepare hotdogs by cutting them in half.
- Roll half the crescent dough out so you can see 4 triangles. Slowly work seams together so you have one piece of dough. Using a pizza cutter, cut dough into 8 strips.
- Repeat this with the other half of the dough. You will have a total of 16 strips.
- Wrap each strip around each half hot dog.
- Place pigs in a blanket in a greased air fryer basket so they are about an inch apart.
- Depending on the size of your air fryer, you may have to cook in a couple batches.
- Air fryer at 350ºF for 4 minutes then flip. Continue air frying for 4 more minutes or until crescent dough is golden.
- Serve.
- Dip.
- Enjoy every bite!
Video
Notes
- If you need some serving ideas look no further. We have created an incredible list of sides for pigs in a blanket for you to choose from and I hope you'll have a look.
- We also have created a list of kid friendly air fryer recipes just in case you need it.
- A pizza cutter is the easiest way to cut your crescent roll dough.
- When rolling the crescent dough around the hot dogs, wet the edge of the strip to make sure it sticks.
- Always preheat your air fryer for even cooking.
Leave a Reply