Description
Air Fryer Mummy Pigs in a Blanket Delight is a fun and festive Halloween appetizer featuring mini sausages wrapped in flaky puff pastry strips designed to resemble adorable mummies. Ready in under 20 minutes, this recipe offers a crispy, golden bite that’s kid-friendly, easy to customize, and made healthier with the use of an air fryer. Perfect for parties, family gatherings, or last-minute snack cravings, these savory treats combine convenience, taste, and spooky charm.
Ingredients
Main Ingredients
- Mini Sausages – 20 bite-sized pork or turkey sausages
- Puff Pastry Sheets – 1 sheet (thawed)
- Egg Wash – 1 beaten egg
- Olive Oil Spray – as needed to spray the air fryer basket
- Black Sesame Seeds – 40 seeds (2 per mummy for eyes)
Optional Seasonings
- Garlic Powder – 1/2 teaspoon (optional)
- Smoked Paprika – 1/2 teaspoon (optional)
Optional Variations
- Vegetarian Sausages – substitute for mini sausages
- Cheese Slices – thin slices to add under pastry
- Sriracha Mayo – for brushing pastry
- Fresh Herbs (rosemary, thyme) – finely chopped to mix in egg wash
- Sweet Pastry and Fillings (Nutella, marshmallow fluff) – for dessert version
Instructions
- Prepare the Puff Pastry: Thaw the puff pastry sheets according to package instructions until pliable but still cold. Cut into thin strips about half an inch wide to mimic mummy bandages.
- Wrap the Sausages: Take each mini sausage and carefully wrap several pastry strips around it, leaving small gaps to create the mummy “eyes.” Overlap layers slightly for the classic mummy look.
- Apply the Egg Wash: Using a small brush, paint the wrapped pastries with the beaten egg to ensure a shiny, golden crust after cooking.
- Add the Eyes: Place two black sesame seeds or dots of mustard on each mummy where the eyes should be to give them personality.
- Air Fry to Perfection: Lightly spray the air fryer basket with olive oil. Arrange the mummies in a single layer without overcrowding. Air fry at 375°F (190°C) for 8-10 minutes until puffed, golden, and crispy.
Notes
- Cut pastry strips evenly for uniform cooking and realistic mummy bandages.
- Avoid overlapping too much pastry to prevent sogginess and highlight the mummy design.
- Preheat the air fryer basket to ensure a crisp crust immediately.
- Arrange mummies in a single layer with space between them for even cooking and browning.
- Cooking times may vary by air fryer model; watch closely for the perfect golden color.
- Leftovers can be stored in an airtight container in the fridge up to 3 days or frozen for up to 1 month.
- Reheat in the air fryer at 350°F (175°C) for 3-5 minutes for best crispness.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 8-10 minutes
- Category: Appetizers
- Method: Air Frying
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 2 mummies
- Calories: 150
- Sugar: 1g
- Sodium: 380mg
- Fat: 10g
- Saturated Fat: 3g
- Unsaturated Fat: 6g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 9g
- Fiber: 0.5g
- Protein: 6g
- Cholesterol: 45mg
Keywords: Halloween snack, air fryer appetizers, pigs in a blanket, mummy appetizers, party snacks, kid-friendly snacks