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How to Air Fry Pigs in Blankets
Quick Answer
For pigs in blankets — cocktail sausages wrapped in puff pastry or crescent dough — start with 350°F (175°C) for an estimated 12–15 minutes. Flip or turn at about 8 minutes. Use the preparation steps below and the full table for other sizes or starting conditions.
- FoodSafety.gov — Safe Minimum Internal Temperatures
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Timing for this size and preparation
Estimated starting range for Pigs in Blankets. Thickness, basket load and your appliance can change the time; check the food before serving.
- Temperature
- 350°F / 175°C
- Time range
- 12–15 min
- Table row
- Cocktail sausages wrapped in puff pastry or crescent dough
Use the full Air Fryer Pigs in Blankets timing page for row notes, related foods, and safety reminders.
Prep
Wrap cocktail sausages, mini hot dogs, or small sausages in strips of crescent roll dough or puff pastry. Press the seam side down. Brush with an egg wash for a shiny golden finish. Sprinkle with sesame seeds or everything bagel seasoning if desired.
Temperature and Time
Place seam-side down in the basket with space between each piece. The pastry should be deep golden-brown and the sausage hot throughout. Use the cocktail sausages wrapped in puff pastry or crescent dough preparation. Set the air fryer to 350°F (175°C); the starting range is 12–15 minutes. Turn or shake at about 8 minutes as appropriate for the food. Check at the lower end and continue as needed; thickness, load and the appliance affect the actual time.Follow the preparation and texture checks for this food.
From Frozen
Frozen pre-made pigs in blankets can be air fried at 375°F for 12–15 minutes from frozen, flipping halfway through, until golden and heated through.
Serving
Serve with mustard, ketchup, hot honey, or a Worcestershire-spiked dipping sauce. If making a tray for guests, hold them uncovered in a 250°F oven for up to 20 minutes so the pastry stays drier.
Frequently Asked Questions
- What temperature for air fryer pigs in blankets?
- Cocktail sausages wrapped in puff pastry or crescent dough: 350°F (175°C), 12–15 min. These are editorial starting ranges, not a doneness test. Match the size and starting condition; use the safety endpoint on the food page and continue cooking if needed.
- How long to cook pigs in blankets in air fryer?
- Cocktail sausages wrapped in puff pastry or crescent dough: 350°F (175°C), 12–15 min. These are editorial starting ranges, not a doneness test. Match the size and starting condition; use the safety endpoint on the food page and continue cooking if needed.
- Tips for air fryer pigs in blankets?
- Stretch the pastry slightly when wrapping so it covers the sausage snugly — loose wrapping unravels during cooking. Place seam-side down in the basket and avoid flipping until the pastry has set (about 7–8 minutes). Brush with egg wash before cooking for a deeper golden color.
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Last updated September 5, 2026 · Reviewed by Maks