Air Fryer Pigs In A Blanket: Quick, Easy, Delicious!

Pigs in blankets are a classic appetiser and side dish that can be made in an air fryer with minimal ingredients and a few simple steps. This quick and easy recipe is perfect for game day or family gatherings. You can use frozen pigs in blankets or make your own by wrapping sausages in crescent dough. Spritz your air fryer with oil spray, add the pigs in blankets, and cook at 350 degrees Fahrenheit for 5-6 minutes or until golden brown and cooked through.

How to prepare the air fryer

To prepare the air fryer, you should first preheat it to 350 degrees Fahrenheit. You can then spritz the air fryer basket with oil spray or use nonstick cooking spray. If you prefer, you can add parchment paper to the basket once the air fryer has been preheated.

When you are ready to cook the pigs in blankets, place them in the air fryer basket in a single layer, leaving an inch or two between each one to allow the air to circulate. You should also make sure to leave about an inch of room on the sides to allow the dough to expand.

How to prepare the dough

To prepare the dough, start by placing the crescent roll dough flat on a cutting board. Cut each one in half to create 16 slices of dough. You can use a pizza cutter to slice each crescent dough sheet into thirds. Then, take the cut crescent dough and wrap it around the sausage. Make sure to allow about an inch or two between each crescent sausage so they have room to expand.

How to wrap the sausages

To make pigs in a blanket in an air fryer, you'll need to wrap the sausages in dough. First, place the crescent roll dough flat on a cutting board and cut each one in half to create 16 slices of dough. Then, take the cut crescent dough and wrap the dough around the sausage.

You can also use a pizza cutter to slice each crescent dough sheet into thirds, which will make it easier to wrap the sausages. Make sure to allow an inch or two between each crescent sausage in the air fryer basket so they have room to expand.

Once you've wrapped all the sausages, place them in the air fryer basket in a single layer. Spritz the basket with oil spray to prevent sticking and help the dough cook evenly. Air fry at 350 degrees Fahrenheit for 5-6 minutes, or until the outside is golden and the dough is cooked through.

How long to cook them for

Cooking pigs in a blanket in an air fryer is a quick and easy process. After preparing the air fryer basket with nonstick cooking spray, or adding parchment paper once the air fryer has been preheated, you can cook the pigs in a blanket for 5-6 minutes at 350 degrees Fahrenheit, or until the outside is golden and the dough is cooked through. If you are cooking frozen pigs in a blanket, you can place them in an even layer and cook at 370 degrees for 8-9 minutes, or until golden brown and cooked through. If you are using bacon instead of sausage, you may want to cook for 8-10 minutes to ensure the bacon is crispy.

If you don't have an air fryer, you can still prepare pigs in blankets in a preheated oven at 180°C (320°F) for 15 minutes.

What to serve them with

Pigs in a blanket cooked in an air fryer are a quick and easy appetiser or finger food. They can be served with a variety of dips and sauces, such as ketchup, mustard or cheese sauce. You could also serve them with a honey mustard glaze. If you're making them for a family gathering or game day, you might want to make a large batch, as they're likely to be a hit.

If you're looking for a more substantial meal, you could serve them with a side of roasted vegetables or a salad. For example, roasted carrots, parsnips and potatoes would go well with the flavours of the pigs in a blanket. Alternatively, a crisp green salad with a tangy vinaigrette would provide a refreshing contrast to the richness of the pigs in a blanket.

For a heartier option, you could serve them with mashed potatoes and gravy. This would be a comforting and satisfying meal, perfect for a cold day. You could also add some steamed or roasted vegetables, such as broccoli or green beans, to round out the dish.

If you're looking for something a little more unusual, you could serve them with a fruit chutney or compote. The sweetness of the fruit would pair well with the savoury flavours of the pigs in a blanket. You could also serve them with a side of pickled vegetables, such as cucumbers, onions or peppers, for a crunchy and tangy contrast.

Finally, don't forget to offer a selection of drinks to accompany your pigs in a blanket. Depending on the time of day and the occasion, you might want to serve cocktails, beer, wine, soft drinks or a variety of hot and cold beverages.

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