Air Fryer Pigs in a Blanket
Crispy, golden, and ready in 25 minutes with just 3 ingredients. The perfect crowd-pleasing snack for kids, parties, and busy weeknights!
Ingredients
- 1 can crescent roll dough 8 oz, sheet style preferred; pinch seams if using triangles
- 1 package hot dogs 8 count, full-size; beef, chicken, or turkey all work well
- cooking spray non-stick, to coat the air fryer basket
Instructions
- Unroll the crescent dough flat on a clean cutting board. Using a pizza cutter, slice into strips about 1½ inches wide along the short end. You should get around 8 to 9 strips from one can. If using triangle-cut rolls, press all seams firmly together before slicing.
- Pat each hot dog thoroughly dry with a paper towel. This removes the moisture from the packaging and helps the dough grip and crisp up properly.
- Place one hot dog at the end of a dough strip and roll, spiraling the dough snugly around the hot dog. Press the trailing edge down firmly to seal so it stays in place during cooking.
- Coat the air fryer basket generously with cooking spray. Arrange the wrapped hot dogs in a single layer, leaving at least 1 inch of space around each one to allow hot air to circulate evenly.
- Air fry at 350°F (175°C) for 6 to 8 minutes total. Flip each pig in a blanket at the 4-minute mark. They are done when the dough is a deep, even golden brown and the hot dog is hot all the way through.
- Remove from the basket and let rest for 1 minute before serving. Serve with your choice of dipping sauces.
Notes
Dry the hot dogs: Skipping this step causes soggy dough. Always pat them dry first.
Don’t overcrowd the basket: Cook in batches if needed. Crowding leads to pale, steamed dough instead of crispy rolls.
Don’t overheat: Keep temperature at or below 375°F. Higher heat burns the dough before the hot dog heats through.
Make ahead: Wrap hot dogs in dough up to 2 hours ahead, cover loosely, and refrigerate until ready to cook.
Reheat: Air fry leftovers at 320°F for 3 to 4 minutes to restore crispiness. Avoid the microwave.
Variations: Try cheese-stuffed hot dogs, brush with melted butter before cooking, or top with everything bagel seasoning for extra flavor.