(Serves 4–6)
Ingredients
- 1 tbsp olive oil
- 1 medium onion, thinly sliced
- 1 medium bell pepper, thinly sliced (optional, for classic Philly flavor)
- 8 oz thinly sliced beef (ribeye, sirloin, or even steak strips)
- Salt and black pepper, to taste
- 1 tsp garlic powder
- 1 tsp paprika (optional)
- 1 tube crescent roll dough (8 rolls)
- 4 oz provolone or American cheese, sliced or shredded
- 1 tbsp butter (optional, for brushing)
Instructions
- Preheat Air Fryer
- Preheat air fryer to 350°F (175°C) for 3–5 minutes.
- Cook the filling
- Heat olive oil in a skillet over medium heat.
- Add sliced onions (and bell peppers if using) and sauté until soft, ~5 minutes.
- Add sliced beef, season with salt, pepper, garlic powder, and paprika.
- Cook for 3–5 minutes until beef is just cooked through. Remove from heat.
- Prepare the crescent ring
- Unroll crescent dough and separate into triangles.
- On a piece of parchment or directly in your air fryer basket, arrange triangles in a circle, points facing outward, forming a “sunburst” or ring.
- Place cheese in the center of the ring, then top with the beef and onion mixture.
- Fold the ring
- Fold the points of the triangles over the filling, tucking under the dough at the base to create a sealed ring.
- Brush the dough with melted butter if desired for a golden finish.
- Air fry
- Carefully transfer the ring (with parchment if using) into the air fryer basket.
- Cook at 350°F (175°C) for 12–15 minutes, until golden brown and fully cooked.
- Check after 10 minutes to ensure it’s not overbrowning.
- Serve
- Let cool for 2–3 minutes, slice into wedges, and enjoy!
Tips for Air Fryer Success
- Avoid overcrowding: Make sure the ring fits comfortably; if your air fryer is small, cook in two batches.
- Even browning: Rotate halfway through cooking if your air fryer heats unevenly.
- Cheese melt: Cover loosely with foil for 3–4 minutes if cheese isn’t fully melted by the end.