Air Fryer Mini Apple Pies

These air fryer mini apple pies are one of my favorite easy desserts to make. They come out golden, flaky, and filled with warm apple goodness every single time.

The best part is how quick they are. You can have a batch ready in under 20 minutes, which makes them perfect for a weeknight treat or a last-minute dessert.

You only need a handful of simple ingredients to pull these off. We’re talking store-bought pie crust, apple pie filling, and a few extras to make them look and taste amazing.

They come out of the air fryer with this perfectly crispy crust that you just can’t get in the microwave. And that little sprinkle of cinnamon sugar on top really ties everything together.

Whether you’re making these for yourself or for company, they always disappear fast. Trust me on that one.

Why You’ll Love This Recipe

Only 5 Ingredients – You just need pie crust, apple pie filling, an egg, cinnamon sugar, and melted butter. That’s it. You probably already have most of these in your kitchen right now.

Ready in Minutes – These mini apple pies cook so fast in the air fryer that you can go from craving to eating in about 15 minutes. No need to wait around for a full-sized pie to bake for an hour.

Store-Bought Shortcuts That Actually Work – Using refrigerated pie crust and canned apple pie filling is not cutting corners here – it’s the whole point. These shortcuts make the recipe foolproof and taste just as amazing as homemade.

Perfectly Crispy Crust Every Time – The air fryer circulates hot air all around each mini pie, so you get that golden, flaky, buttery crust that is honestly hard to achieve with a regular oven. The cinnamon sugar and melted butter on top make it even better.

Ingredients

• 1 box Refrigerated Pie Crust
• 1 cup Apple Pie Filling
• 1 large Egg
• 1 tbsp Cinnamon Sugar
• 1 tbsp Melted Butter

How to Make

Step 1

Unroll the refrigerated pie crust and use a large biscuit cutter or glass to cut out 8 round circles.

Step 2

Spoon a small amount of apple pie filling into the center of 4 of the circles.

Step 3

Place the remaining 4 circles on top and crimp the edges tightly with a fork to seal the mini pies.

Step 4

Whisk the egg and brush it lightly over the top of the pies, then use a sharp tip to cut two small slits on top for steam to escape.

Step 5

Place in the air fryer at 350F for 10 to 12 minutes until golden brown.

Step 6

Immediately brush with melted butter and sprinkle with cinnamon sugar.

Tips

Let the Pie Crust Warm Up a Bit

Take the refrigerated pie crust out of the fridge about 10 minutes before you start working with it. If it’s too cold, it will crack and break apart when you try to unroll it or cut circles out of it.

You don’t want it to get too warm either, because then it gets sticky and hard to handle. Just let it sit on the counter until it feels flexible but still cool to the touch.

If it does start getting too soft while you’re working with it, just pop it back in the fridge for a couple of minutes and it’ll firm right back up.

Cut the Filling Into Smaller Pieces

The apple pie filling that comes in a can usually has big apple chunks in it. Those big pieces make it really hard to fit the filling inside these mini pies without it spilling out or making the top crust sit unevenly.

Before you spoon the filling onto the dough, chop the apple pieces up into smaller bits right on your cutting board. You want them small enough that you can get a nice flat layer in the center of each circle without it being too tall or lumpy.

This also helps the filling heat through more evenly in the air fryer so you don’t end up with cold spots in the middle.

Don’t Overfill the Pies

It’s tempting to load up each mini pie with as much filling as possible, but less is more here. About a tablespoon or so of filling per pie is plenty. If you put too much in, the filling will leak out the sides while it cooks and make a mess in your air fryer basket.

Leave at least a half-inch border of bare dough around the filling so you have enough room to seal the edges properly. A good seal is what keeps everything inside where it belongs.

Related Recipes

• Air Fryer Caramel Apple Pie Taquitos
• Air Fryer Cinnamon Apple Empanadas
• Air Fryer Maple Pecan Baked Apples
• Air Fryer Churros
• Air Fryer Cinnamon Roll Bites

Frequently Asked Questions

Do I need to preheat my air fryer before making these?

Yes, it is a good idea to preheat your air fryer for about 3 to 5 minutes at 350°F before putting the mini pies in. Preheating helps the crust start crisping up right away, which gives you a better texture all around.

If your air fryer does not have a preheat setting, just let it run empty at the cooking temperature for a few minutes before you add the pies.