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Air Fryer Pigs in a Blanket (with Crescent Rolls)

By Nikole Berg Apr 8, 2023 · Updated: May 22, 2025

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These Air Fryer Pigs in a Blanket are the ultimate quick and easy appetizer! Made with buttery crescent rolls and savory cocktail sausages, they're perfect for game day, parties, or a fun family snack. Ready in just 10 minutes, this crowd-pleaser is a must-try for any occasion.

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Why you'll love my recipe

  • Quick & Easy: Only 2 ingredients and 10 minutes in the air fryer.
  • Kid-Friendly: A hit with both kids and adults.
  • Versatile: Great for parties, game days, or as a snack.
  • Customizable: Add your favorite seasonings or dips

Ingredients

See recipe card below for precise amounts.

Crescent roll dough - we use Pillsbury brand for this recipe, but you can use store brand if you prefer. The dough is similar to puff pastry, which you can use as a substitute. One tube has eight rolls and each will be cut into thirds for a total of 24.

Smoked cocktail sausages - we used Hillshire Farm LIt'l Smokies, but there are endless brands to choose from. A 14 ounce package has between 30 and 36 franks. So if you do the math, you'll have a few left over. Hot dogs are also a great substitution. Cut them into thirds and use just as you would the mini sausages.

Everything bagel seasoning - this is totally optional, but sometimes I like to make 12 classic and 12 with bagel seasoning. The seasoning is made up of black and white sesame seeds, poppy seeds, minced dried garlic, minced dried onions, and salt flakes.

Dipping Sauces - be sure you have your favorite dipping sauces ready to go to complete the snack. Try my Buttermilk Ranch, Hot Honey Sauce, Cajun Sauce, and my Homemade BBQ Sauce!

Ingredients to make the recipe.

Instructions

  • Pop open a tube of crescent dough and unroll onto a cutting board.
  • Using a sharp knife or pizza cutter, cut along the precut lines to separate the crescents. You should have 8 total.
  • Cut one crescent into three equal sized strips.
  • Place a sausage at the wider part of the strip and roll it up. Repeat the process until the desired amount is made.
  • Sprinkle some with bagel seasoning, if using.
  • Preheat the air fryer to 350 degrees F for three minutes.
  • Place crescent dogs in the air fryer basket in a single layer. Leave some space between them to allow the hot air to circulate and give the dough room to rise.
  • Air fry for 5-6 minutes at 350 degrees F, or until sausages are hot and pastry is golden brown. I don't flip mine over because I like to keep the tops fluffy.
  • If more cooking time is needed, increase time in short 30 second increments to prevent over browning.
  • Reduce temperature to 330 degrees F (or lower) if you notice that the pastry is browning too quickly. Add more cook time if needed.
Making the recipe with crescent dough.
Cutting the dough into equal strips.
Making the recipe by rolling the sausages in the strips.
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Process image of uncooked pigs in a blanket in the air fryer basket.
Process of cooked pigs in a blanket in the basket.

Tips & Variations

Dipping Sauces: Serve with ketchup, mustard, honey mustard, or cheese sauce

Cheesy Delight: Add a small slice of cheddar inside each roll before wrapping.

Seasoned Tops: Brush with melted butter and sprinkle with everything bagel seasoning or sesame seeds before air frying.

Spicy Kick: Use jalapeño sausages or add a dash of hot sauce inside the wrap.

Storage & Reheating

Reheating: Reheat in the air fryer at 350°F (175°C) for 2-3 minutes or until warmed through.

Storage: Place leftovers in an airtight container and refrigerate for up to 3 days.

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Air Fryer Pigs in a Blanket

Recipe by Nikole Berg
This quick and easy recipe makes a great snack or light meal any time!
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Prep Time 10 minutes mins
Cook Time 5 minutes mins
Total Time 15 minutes mins
Course Appetizer
Cuisine American
Servings 6
Calories 331 kcal

Ingredients
 
 

  • 8 ounce tube crescent rolls
  • 14 ounce package cocktail smoked sausages like LiT'L smokies
  • 1 tablespoon everything bagel seasoning optional
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Instructions
 

  • Pop open a tube of crescent dough and unroll onto a cutting board.
  • Using a sharp knife or pizza cutter, cut along the precut lines to separate the crescents. You should have 8 total.
  • Cut one crescent into three equal sized strips.
  • Place a sausage at the wider part of the strip and roll it up. Repeat the process until the desired amount is made.
  • Sprinkle some with bagel seasoning, if using.
  • Preheat the air fryer to 350 degrees F for three minutes.
  • Place crescent dogs in the air fryer basket in a single layer. Leave some space between them to allow the hot air to circulate and give the dough room to rise.
  • Air fry for 5-6 minutes at 350 degrees F, or until sausages are hot and pastry is golden brown. I don't flip mine over because I like to keep the tops fluffy.
  • If more cooking time is needed, increase time in short 30 second increments to prevent over browning.
  • Reduce temperature to 330 degrees F if you notice that the pastry is browning too quickly. Add more cook time if needed.

Oven Directions

  • Preheat an oven to 375 degrees F. Line a baking sheet with parchment paper. Place prepared pigs in a blanket on the baking sheet about an inch apart. Bake for 12 to 15 minutes or until puffed and golden brown.

Notes

  • Air fryers can vary by brand and model. It may be necessary to adjust the temperature and cook time.
  • Pour sausages into a small bowl and pat dry with a paper towel before wrapping in dough.

Nutrition

Serving: 5 pigsCalories: 331kcalCarbohydrates: 16gProtein: 10gFat: 26gSaturated Fat: 10gPolyunsaturated Fat: 5gMonounsaturated Fat: 10gCholesterol: 42mgSodium: 973mgPotassium: 114mgSugar: 5gCalcium: 7mgIron: 1mg
Keyword crescent rolls, game day snacks, hot dogs
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About Nikole Berg

Nikole is the creator and photographer behind The Travel Palate, a food and travel blog featuring quick and flavorful recipes and getaway guides. Nikole hopes to inspire your inner foodie whether you're in the kitchen or traveling on your next adventure.

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