If you're in the mood for a tasty snack that doubles as a fun kids' activity, then this Piggies in a blanket Air Fryer recipe is perfect for you!
Piggies in a blanket is probably one of the funniest and playfullest names for a food ever! And it's always so much fun to make with the kids. What we love about this recipe is it's especially enjoyable as part of a school lunch.
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Why You'll Love This Recipe
Quick and Easy: With just a few simple steps and minimal ingredients, this easy air fryer pigs recipe comes together effortlessly, making it perfect for a quick easy snack or appetizer.
Versatile: Pigs and a blanket are a crowd-pleaser for all ages and occasions. Whether you're hosting a football season party, Christmas dinner, or simply craving a tasty treat, these little bites are sure to satisfy.
Kid-Friendly: Children love the fun presentation and tasty combination of lil smokies wrapped in flaky pastry. It's a great way to get them involved in the kitchen.
Recipe Ingredients
You’ll need the following ingredients to make this pigs in a blanket air fryer recipe!
Ingredient Notes
Crescent Rolls: Crescent roll dough provides the flaky, buttery exterior that encases the mini sausage. It also adds a delightful texture and flavor contrast to the savory filling. If crescent rolls are unavailable, pizza dough can be used as a substitute.
Little Smoked Sausages: These lit’l smokies or cocktail sausages offer a smoky and savory flavor to this pigs-in-a-blanket air fryer recipe. They also provide a hearty filling that pairs perfectly with the pastry. If little Smoked Sausages are unavailable feel free to use small hot dogs. For a vegetarian option, consider using plant-based sausages.
Olive Oil or Cooking Spray: Greasing the air fryer basket with olive oil or cooking spray prevents the crescent dogs from sticking during cooking. It also helps to achieve a golden brown crispy exterior. Alternatively, any neutral cooking oil can be used as a substitute.
How to Make Piggies In A Blanket Air Fryer Step-By-Step
Check out these step-by-step instructions with images. Just so you know, you'll find all the details and exact ingredients of this recipe on the printable recipe card below!
Step 1 Preheat Air Fryer: Preheat your air fryer to 350°F (175°C).
Step 2 Prepare Dough: Open and unroll the crescent roll dough. Using a knife or pizza cutter, cut each crescent roll in half lengthwise.
Step 3 Wrap Sausages: Take each mini hot dogs and roll them in the pastry puff dough, starting with the wider end of the dough and rolling towards the tip. Make sure your little smokies are completely covered.
Step 4 Grease Basket & Arrange Piggies: Brush the inside of the air fryer basket with olive oil or coat it with cooking spray to prevent sticking. Next, place each wrapped sausage (piggie) in a single layer in the prepared air fryer basket and then brush the tops of the piggies with a little olive oil.
Step 5 Air Fry: Air fry the wrapped sausages in batches at 350°F (175°C) for 5-8 minutes. Check them at the 5-minute mark to ensure they are golden brown and cooked through.
Step 6 Serve: Once done, serve your pigs in a blanket hot and enjoy them with Dijon mustard, ketchup, honey mustard, BBQ sauce, or any of your favorite dipping sauces!
Recipe Tips and Tricks
Room Temperature Dough: Allow the crescent roll dough to come to room temperature before working with it. This will make it easier to unroll and prevent it from tearing.
Secure Wrapping: Make sure your mini pigs are fully enclosed in the dough to prevent them from slipping out during cooking.
Check for Doneness: Keep an eye on the piggies towards the end of the cooking time to avoid overcooking. They should be golden brown and the pastry should be cooked through.
Double Batch: If serving a crowd, double the recipe and cook them in multiple batches. You can also prepare your crescent roll pigs in a blanket ahead of time and reheat them in the air fryer just before serving.
Storage and Reheating
Once cooled, store your leftover piggies in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3 days. To reheat, place them in the air fryer at 350°F (175°C) for 3-5 minutes until they are warmed through.
For longer storage, you can freeze the cooked piggies in a single layer on a baking sheet until they become firm, then transfer them to a freezer bag or container. They can be frozen for up to 1 month. To reheat from frozen, cook them in the air fryer at 350°F (175°C) for 5-8 minutes until they are completely heated through.
Additions and Substitutions
Additions:
Cheese: Add a small slice of cheese on top of the sausage before wrapping it in the dough for a gooey and melty center.
Herbs: Sprinkle dried herbs like thyme, rosemary, or parsley onto the rolls before wrapping for an extra flavor boost.
Dipping Sauces: Serve with a variety of dipping sauces such as cheese sauce, ranch dressing, sriracha mayo, or any of your favorite sauces for added flavor.
Substitutions:
Puff Pastry: If crescent rolls are unavailable, crispy bacon can be used as a substitute.
Turkey Sausage: For a lighter option, use turkey or chicken sausages instead of pork sausage.
Vegetarian Sausage: Feel free to use plant-based sausages or vegetarian hot dogs for a meat-free version of this recipe.
Your Questions Answered
Typically, homemade or thawed store-bought pigs in a blanket will take around 8 minutes in an air fryer at 350°F. Frozen store-bought ones might take 12 minutes or so to cook.
Preheating is generally recommended for this pigs in a blanket blanket recipe. Preheating helps ensure even cooking and crispier pigs in a blanket.
There is no need to flip the pigs in a blanket because most air fryers circulate the hot air well enough for even cooking.
Certainly! You can bake them in a preheated oven that’s set to 375°F (190°C) for 12-15 minutes or until they turn golden brown.
Absolutely! This tasty snack is perfect for a party platter and can be served with an assortment of dipping sauces for guests to enjoy.
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Piggies In A Blanket Air Fryer
Ingredients
- 18 Count Crescent Rolls
- 12 Little Smoked Sausages
- 2 tablespoons Olive oil or cooking spray
Instructions
- Preheat your air fryer to 350°F (175°C).
- Open and unroll the crescent roll dough. Using a knife or pizza cutter, cut each crescent roll in half lengthwise.
- Take each little smoked sausage and roll it in the pastry puff dough, starting with the wider end of the dough and rolling towards the tip. Make sure your little smokies are completely covered.
- Brush the inside of the air fryer basket with olive oil or coat it with cooking spray to prevent sticking. Next, place each wrapped sausage (piggie) in a single layer in the prepared air fryer basket and then brush the tops of the piggies with a little olive oil.
- Air fry the wrapped sausages in batches at 350°F (175°C) for 5-8 minutes. Check them at the 5-minute mark to ensure they are golden brown and cooked through.
- Once done, serve your pigs in a blanket hot and enjoy them with Dijon mustard, ketchup, honey mustard, BBQ sauce, or any of your favorite dipping sauces!
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