Name: Air Fryer Pigs in a Blanket
Prep time: 9 min
Cook time: 6 min
Total time: 15 min
Cuisine: American
Ingredients: 1 Can of Crescent Roll Dough; 25 Little Smokies

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These easy, 2 ingredient air fryer pigs in a blanket are incredible! I am always on the hunt for ways I can simplify my life, and this 10 minute easy appetizer is a winner in my eyes. You really just need 2 ingredients for the air fryer pigs in a blanket, I promise that’s it! Quick, easy, and a crowd pleaser- this simple appetizer will be a winner at any event, especially when paired with 3 ingredient air fryer potato skins or homemade pizza rolls!

air fryer pigs in a blanket on parchment paper with a bowl of ketchup

Who doesn’t love pigs in a blanket? Salty sausages are wrapped in buttery crescent rolls and then air fried until they’re crisp and golden. I mean, does it get any better?! Actually is does, because this is literally a 2 ingredient recipe that can be made in less than 15 minutes. The simplicity of this recipe makes these air fryer pigs in a blanket a perfect party food. Let’s break it down: 2 ingredients, 15 minutes, can be prepared ahead of time, and everyone LOVES them? Sign me up!

WHAT YOU NEED TO MAKE AIR FRYER PIGS IN A BLANKET

easy pigs in a blanket ingredients on a white backdrop labeled with black text

Little Smokies: I like to look for the 100% beef or turkey ones. Just try to avoid ones with a lot of fillers
Crescent Roll Dough: Any crescent roll brand will work! Annie’s has a good one or Pillsbury is a classic

HOW TO MAKE PIGS IN A BLANKET IN THE AIR FRYER

air fryer pigs in a blanket ingredients on a white backdrop — **Prepare your ingredients**

crescent rolls cut into strips with a pizza cutter on parchment paper — **Roll out the crescent roll dough and cut into strips**

mini sausages being rolled up in crescent roll dough — **Roll up each little smokie in a crescent dough strip**

pigs in a blanket in an air fryer basket — **Place in a greased air fryer basket and cook at 350 F for 6 minutes**

pigs in a blanket cooked in an air fryer — **Once they’re golden brown, serve with your favorite sauce!**

Unroll the can of crescent roll dough onto a sheet of parchment paper
Use your fingers to pinch the seams together so that you have 1 solid sheet of dough
With a pizza cutter or sharp knife, cut the crescent roll sheet into 25 strips
Take one of the little smokies and carefully roll it up with one of the cut strips of dough, being sure to pinch the ends so they don’t come unraveled
Repeat step 4 with the remaining little smokies
Once they’re all wrapped, place each pig in a blanket into the basket of your air fryer, making sure to keep space between them
Set the temperature to 350 degrees F and air fry them for 6 minutes
Use tongs to take the cooked pigs in a blanket out of the air fryer and repeat the cooking process with any remaining pieces
Serve with your favorite dipping sauce and enjoy!

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RECIPE VARIATIONS

If you’re looking for ways to make pigs in a blanket a little more creative, check out these ideas!

Top with cheese
Sprinkle sesame seeds on the top before you cook them
You can use turkey hot dogs or turkey sausages in place of the little smokies
Wrap up chicken sausages for a more flavorful pig in a blanket!
Season the air fryer pig in a blanket with taco seasoning before cooking it and serve with salsa!

EXPERT TIPS

Read the entire recipe before beginning
Be sure to really press the seams of the crescent roll together. Makes it MUCH easier to cut and roll
Use a pizza cutter to cut the strips!
Make sure you seal the ends of the crescent roll dough after you roll them, or else the pigs in a blanket may come undone
You can make these 1-2 days in advance and reheat when it’s time for your event
This recipe makes a great kid friendly meal!
You can cut hot dogs into thirds if you can’t find the mini sausages

easy 2 ingredient appetizer on a wood board with parchment paper and a bowl of ketchup

FAQs

What dipping sauces can I serve with these? Ketchup, mustard, ranch, honey mustard, blue cheese, sriracha, most dipping sauces will work!
How does the air fryer work? The air fryer work by using a heating device and a fan. The fan rapidly circulates the hot air around the food making it golden and crisp with minimal to no oil!
How can I store leftover air fryer pigs in a blanket? Store the leftovers in an air-tight container in the fridge for 3-5 days.
How to I reheat them? You can reheat the pigs in the blanket in the air fryer or oven. For the air fryer: set the temperature to 320 degrees F and cook them for 2-4 minutes. For the oven: Preheat the oven to 350 degrees F and place the pigs in a blanket on a baking sheet. Cook them in a preheated oven for 8-10 minutes to heat through.

easy pigs in a blanket cooked in the air fryer lined up on a piece of parchment paper

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Air Fryer Pigs in a Blanket

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Air fryer pigs in a blanket are the absolute best appetizer ever! They’re quick, easy, and need just 2 ingredients. It doesn’t get any better than this deliciously simple, crowd-pleaser recipe.

Author: Nicole Radcliffe
Prep Time: 9 minutes
Cook Time: 6 Minutes
Total Time: 15 minutes
Yield: 25 servings 1x
Category: Appetizer
Method: Air-fryer
Cuisine: American

Ingredients

Scale

1 Can of Crescent Roll Dough
25 Little Smokies

Instructions

Unroll the can of crescent roll dough onto a sheet of parchment paper
Use your fingers to pinch the seams together so that you have 1 solid sheet of dough
With a pizza cutter or sharp knife, cut the crescent roll sheet into 25 strips
Take one of the little smokies and carefully roll it up with one of the cut strips of dough, being sure to pinch the ends so they don’t come unraveled
Repeat step 4 with the remaining little smokies
Once they’re all wrapped, place each pig in a blanket into the greased (use cooking spray) basket of your air fryer, making sure to keep space between them
Set the temperature to 350 degrees F and air fry them for 6 minutes
Use tongs to take the cooked pigs in a blanket out of the air fryer and repeat the cooking process with any remaining pieces
Serve with your favorite dipping sauce and enjoy!

Notes

Calories calculated are an estimate and do NOT include dipping sauce
Read the entire recipe before beginning
Be sure to really press the seams of the crescent roll together. Makes it MUCH easier to cut
Use a pizza cutter to cut the strips!
Make sure you seal the ends of the crescent roll dough after you roll them, or else the pigs in a blanket may come undone
Don’t skip the flipping! This ensures you get a nice golden crust around the entire thing
You can make these 1-2 days in advance and reheat when it’s time for your event
This recipe makes a great kid friendly meal!
You can cut hot dogs into thirds if you can’t find the mini sausages
Store leftovers in an air-tight container in the fridge for 3-5 days
Reheat the air fryer pigs in a blanket in the air fryer or oven. See FAQ section for instructions

Nutrition

Serving Size: 1 Serving
Calories: 72

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