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Air Fryer Bacon Jalapeño Cheese Pigs in a Blanket Recipe

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  • Author: Emily
  • Prep Time: 15 minutes
  • Cook Time: 10 minutes
  • Total Time: 25 minutes
  • Yield: 5 servings 1x
  • Category: Appetizer, Snack
  • Method: Air Fryer
  • Cuisine: American

Description

 These Air Fryer Bacon Jalapeño Cheese Pigs in a Blanket are a fun and flavorful appetizer or snack! Juicy brats are stuffed with cheese and jalapeños, wrapped in crispy bacon, and then encased in a golden brown dough with everything bagel seasoning. Served with a creamy horseradish mustard dip, they’re perfect for game day, parties, or any occasion.

Ingredients

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  • 5 bratwurst sausages
  • 5 pieces mozzarella string cheese
  • 3 jalapeños, sliced (seeded for less heat)
  • 12 ounces bacon
  • 1 can refrigerated pizza dough (classic crust)
  • 1 egg, for egg wash
  • 1 tablespoon water, for egg wash
  • 1 tablespoon everything bagel seasoning

Horseradish Mustard Dip:

  • 2 tablespoons Dijon mustard
  • 1/4 cup yellow mustard
  • 1 tablespoon prepared horseradish
  • 1/4 cup sour cream

Instructions

  1. Prep Brats: Cut string cheese in half. Slice brats lengthwise, but not all the way through. Stuff each brat with cheese halves and jalapeño slices.
  2. Wrap and Air Fry Brats: Preheat air fryer to 400°F (200°C). Wrap each brat with 2 slices of bacon, overlapping to cover completely. Air fry for 7 minutes.
  3. Make Dip: While brats cook, whisk together Dijon mustard, yellow mustard, horseradish, and sour cream in a small bowl.
  4. Wrap in Dough: Remove brats from the air fryer and let cool slightly. Blot excess grease with a paper towel. Unroll pizza dough and cut into ¼-inch strips.
  5. Air Fry Again: Preheat air fryer to 385°F (196°C). Wrap each brat with 2 strips of pizza dough. Brush with egg wash (1 egg beaten with 1 tablespoon water) and sprinkle with everything bagel seasoning. Air fry for 7 minutes, or until golden brown.
  6. Serve: Serve hot with the horseradish mustard dip.

Notes

  • Leaving the bottom of the bratwurst intact helps prevent cheese from leaking out during cooking.
  • Adjust the amount of jalapeños to your preferred spice level.
  • If you don’t have everything bagel seasoning, you can use your favorite seasoning blend.
  • Serve with additional dipping sauces, such as ketchup or mustard.

Nutrition

  • Serving Size: 1 pig in a blanket with dip
  • Calories: 600
  • Sugar: 10g
  • Sodium: 1500mg
  • Fat: 40g
  • Saturated Fat: 15g
  • Unsaturated Fat: 20g
  • Trans Fat: 1g
  • Carbohydrates: 40g
  • Fiber: 2g
  • Protein: 30g
  • Cholesterol: 100mg

Find it online: https://emilyquickdinners.com/air-fryer-bacon-jalapeno-cheese-pigs-in-a-blanket-recipe/