Air-Fried Apple Pie: A Quick, Crispy Treat

Yes, you can cook apple pie in an air fryer! This cooking method produces a delicious, crispy pie crust that is golden and glowing. It's also much quicker than baking in an oven, taking just 18-23 minutes or less than 10 minutes for mini pies, depending on the recipe. You can use pre-made pastry and apple pie filling to save time, or make your own pastry and filling from scratch.

Air fryer apple pie recipe

Ingredients:

• 2 medium Granny Smith apples, diced
• 6 tablespoons brown sugar
• 4 tablespoons butter
• 1 teaspoon ground cinnamon
• 1 teaspoon cornstarch
• 2 teaspoons cold water
• ½ (14-ounce) package pastry for a 9-inch double crust pie
• ½ tablespoon grapeseed oil
• ¼ cup confectioners' sugar
• 1 teaspoon milk, or more as needed

Method:

• Combine apples, brown sugar, butter, and cinnamon in a nonstick skillet. Cook over medium heat until apples have softened, about 5 minutes.
• Dissolve cornstarch in cold water. Stir into the apple mixture and cook until the sauce thickens, about 1 minute. Remove apple pie filling from heat and set aside to cool.
• Unroll pie crust on a lightly floured surface and roll out slightly to smooth the surface of the dough. Cut the dough into rectangles small enough so that two can fit in your air fryer at one time. Repeat with the remaining crust until you have 8 equal rectangles, re-rolling some of the scraps of dough if needed.
• Wet the outer edges of 4 rectangles with water and place some apple filling in the center, about 1/2-inch from the edges. Roll out the remaining 4 rectangles so that they are slightly larger than the filled ones. Place these rectangles on top of the filling and crimp the edges with a fork to seal. Cut 4 small slits in the tops of the pies.
• Preheat an air fryer to 385 degrees F (195 degrees C) according to the manufacturer's instructions.
• Spray the basket of an air fryer with cooking spray. Brush the tops of 2 pies with oil and transfer pies to the air fryer basket using a spatula.
• Insert the basket and bake in the preheated air fryer until golden brown, about 8 minutes. Remove pies from the basket and repeat with the remaining 2 pies.
• Mix together confectioners' sugar and milk in a small bowl. Brush glaze on warm pies and allow to dry. Serve pies warm or at room temperature.

Tips:

• You can use any type of apples in your apple pie. Though traditionally Bramley or Granny Smiths work best.
• You can make this pie a few days early and keep it covered with plastic wrap, stored in the refrigerator. This pie will keep for up to a week before it starts to become a little soggy.
• If you are making your own pie crust, you can add your favourite seasonings such as cinnamon.
• If you are using a canned pie filling, you can add more cinnamon and nutmeg to taste.

Air fryer apple pie from scratch

Ingredients:

• 400 g Air Fryer Pie Crust
• 325 g Small Apple Chunks
• 50 g Caster Sugar
• 1 Small Lemon, zest and juice
• 1 Tsp Mixed Spice
• 1 Small Egg, for egg wash
• Caster Sugar, for sprinkling

Method:

• Roll out your pie crust and place it into the bottom of your pie pan.
• Place your just-peeled and diced apples, along with your lemon, cinnamon and nutmeg into the pie pan and push it down, making sure there are no apple gaps.
• Add the second layer of pie crust over your apples and press down. Stab with a knife in the middle to allow the pie room to breathe and, using a pastry brush, add a layer of egg wash.
• Place on the middle shelf in the air fryer oven and cook for 30 minutes at 180C/360F.
• Serve with either cream, ice cream or custard.

Tips:

• You can use any type of apples in your apple pie. Though traditionally Bramley or Granny Smiths work the best.
• The amount of apple you need depends on the size of your pie pan. You also want to push down the apples into any gaps and fit as many as you can in your pie pan.
• You can make your own pie crust, but you can also use a shop-bought one.
• You can also make mini apple pies in your air fryer.

Air fryer apple pie cooking time and temperature

Air fryer apple pies are a quick and easy dessert to make. You can make a full-sized apple pie or mini apple pies in an air fryer.

Full-Sized Apple Pie

To make a full-sized apple pie in an air fryer, you will need the following ingredients:

• Pie crust
• Apples
• Lemon
• Cinnamon or mixed spice
• Sugar
• Egg
• Butter (optional)

First, roll out your pie crust and place it into the bottom of your pie pan. Next, add your peeled and diced apples, lemon, and cinnamon or mixed spice to the pie pan and push down to ensure there are no gaps.

Then, add the second layer of pie crust over the apples and press down. Stab with a knife in the middle to allow the pie room to breathe and, if desired, add a layer of egg wash or melted butter. Sprinkle with sugar if desired.

Place the pie on the middle shelf in the air fryer oven and cook for 30 minutes at 180 degrees Celsius/360 degrees Fahrenheit.

Mini Apple Pies

To make mini apple pies in an air fryer, you will need the following ingredients:

• Pie crust
• Apple pie filling
• Cinnamon sugar
• Cooking spray
• Egg (optional)
• Butter (optional)

First, place one pie crust onto a lightly floured surface and roll out the dough with a rolling pin. Using a 2 1/4-inch round biscuit or cookie cutter, cut the pie crust into 10 circles. Repeat with the second pie crust for a total of 20 pie crust circles.

Fill about half of each circle with apple pie filling. Place a second pie crust circle on top, making a mini pie. Do not overfill. Press down the edges of the mini pies, crimping with a fork to seal. If desired, brush the tops with beaten egg and sprinkle with cinnamon sugar.

Preheat the air fryer to 360 degrees Fahrenheit/175 degrees Celsius. Lightly spray the air fryer basket with cooking spray. Place a batch of the mini pies in the air fryer basket, leaving space around each for air circulation.

Bake until golden brown, which should take between 5 to 10 minutes, depending on your air fryer model. Remove from the basket and bake the remaining pies.

Tips

• For a homemade apple pie filling, combine apples, brown sugar, butter, and cinnamon in a nonstick skillet. Cook over medium heat until the apples have softened, then stir in a mixture of cornstarch and cold water and cook until the sauce thickens.
• For a crispy and golden pie crust, use an egg wash or extra virgin olive oil.
• If you are making a sweet pie, you can sprinkle sugar on top of the pie crust before baking.
• For a homemade pie crust, you can add your favourite seasonings, such as cinnamon.
• Small chunks of apple are best for an even cook.
• Blind baking is not necessary when making apple pie in an air fryer.
• You can use any type of apple for your apple pie, but Granny Smith apples are traditional for a tart flavour, while Gala apples will make a sweeter pie.

Air fryer apple pie serving suggestions

Air fryer apple pie is a quick and easy dessert that can be served warm or at room temperature. It pairs well with vanilla ice cream, custard, or a cup of coffee.

For a simple presentation, sprinkle the apple pie with a dash of cinnamon and sugar. This will give it a bakery-style finish. If you prefer a sweeter pie, use Gala apples instead of Granny Smith.

For a more elegant dessert, top the pie with a glaze made from confectioners' sugar and milk. You could also serve the pie with a side of whipped cream or ice cream.

If you're serving a large group, you can easily make multiple apple pies in an air fryer oven. This way, you can make sure there's enough for everyone and accommodate different tastes.

For a fun twist, cut the apple pie into mini hand pies. This way, you can easily serve individual portions, and they're perfect for grabbing on the go.

No matter how you choose to serve it, air fryer apple pie is a delicious and convenient dessert that's sure to impress your family and friends.

Air fryer apple pie storage

Air fryer apple pies can be stored in the refrigerator for up to three days or frozen for up to two months. If you plan to freeze the pies, it is best to do so before cooking them. However, if you have already cooked the pies, allow them to cool completely before storing them in an airtight container in the refrigerator or freezer.

To reheat the apple pies, it is best to use the air fryer to crisp them back up. Simply place the pies in the air fryer basket and heat them at 350 degrees Fahrenheit for about five minutes or until they are warmed through. If you are short on time, you can also reheat them in the microwave or oven, but they may not get as crispy.

If you are assembling the pies ahead of time, it is best to store the unbaked pies in the refrigerator for up to two days or in the freezer for up to two months. Again, be sure to wrap them tightly to prevent drying out. When you are ready to bake them, there is no need to thaw them first; simply place them directly into the air fryer or oven. However, keep in mind that they will need extra cooking time if they are frozen.

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