Air Fryer Olive Garden Warm Apple Crostata

We take a forkful of warm apple pie in the Air Fryer Olive Garden Warm Apple Crostata and give it a crispy crust.

Today’s easy recipe!

I will show you how to make this famous Copycat Recipe from Olive Garden in the Air Fryer in this recipe! This Air Fryer Olive Garden Warm Apple Crostata is so easy to make. It will become your favorite fall dessert and is baked in your Air Fryer!

This Air-Fryer Crostata Recipe tastes like the one you receive after a delicious meal at Olive Garden. It has flaky layers of pastry, apples, and a tasty topping that can be served warm with vanilla ice cream or caramel drizzle for a fantastic treat!

If you love a piece of pie at the end of a great meal, this is one of the best recipes, and it is so easy!

As easy as pie! Serve with a cup of hot coffee for a fantastic dessert!

If you are looking for some great Air Fryer Pie Recipes, some of my favorites are AIR FRYER APPLE PLUM TARTS, AIR FRYER CARAMEL APPLE HAND PIES, AIR FRYER APPLE PIE BAKED APPLES and AIR FRYER CHERRY HAND PIES.

What Is A Crostata?

What is a crostata? A crostata is a rustic dessert pie with fruit fillings. It can be made in many ways, including as a single-crust or double-crust tart.

This is a very famous Italian Dessert, sometimes known as a tart. It’s easy to make because you do not have to worry about the top layer. The dough gets folded over and baked up!

The best thing about a crostata is that you can use any pie filling, including apples, peaches, blueberries, blackberries, or raspberries!

Olive Garden Apple Crostata

The Olive Garden Apple Crostata is a delightful dessert that captures the essence of fall in every bite. This rustic Italian pastry features tender, caramelized apples encased in a flaky crust sprinkled with cinnamon sugar for extra warmth and flavor.

Served warm with a scoop of vanilla ice cream or a dollop of whipped cream, it’s a comforting and indulgent treat perfect for any occasion. Whether enjoyed as a sweet ending to a meal or as a cozy snack on a chilly evening, the Olive Garden Apple Crostata is sure to satisfy your cravings for classic autumn flavors.

With its homemade charm and irresistible aroma, it’s bound to become a favorite among family and friends. Treat yourself to the taste of fall with this irresistible dessert straight from the Olive Garden menu.

Ingredients For Air Fryer Olive Garden Warm Apple Crostata

Indulge in the comforting flavors of fall with our Air Fryer Olive Garden Warm Apple Crostata, a delightful dessert that combines tender apples and flaky pastry. Perfectly cooked in the air fryer, it’s a quick and easy treat.

Remember the step-by-step directions and detailed ingredient list are below, in the printable recipe card at the bottom of the post, as well as the nutritional information.

• Apples: Crisp and juicy apples, such as Granny Smith or Honeycrisp, sliced thinly and seasoned with cinnamon and sugar for a warm and flavorful filling.
• Butter: Incorporating cold butter into the pie crust dough ensures a flaky texture when baked.
• All-Purpose Flour: As the main dry ingredient, all-purpose flour provides structure and stability to the pie crust.
• Granulated Sugar: Adding granulated sugar to the pie crust dough imparts a subtle sweetness and aids in browning during baking.
• Salt: Salt enhances the pie crust’s flavor and helps balance the filling’s sweetness.
• Ice Water: Cold water is essential for hydrating the dough while keeping the butter cold, resulting in a tender and flaky crust.
• Apple Pie Spice: Infuses the apple filling with warm and aromatic spice, complementing the sweetness of the apples.
• Optional For Serving: Vanilla Ice Cream or Caramel Sauce

How To Make Air Fryer Olive Garden Warm Apple Crostata

To make Air Fryer Olive Garden Warm Apple Crostata, follow these steps:

In a medium bowl, whisk together flour, sugar, and salt. Cut butter into flour mixture until well combined into large crumbles using a pastry blender, fork, or food processor.

Add ice water a little at a time until the dough is moistened and comes together in a ball. Form the dough into a ball and flatten it into a round disk. Roll the dough on a floured surface with a rolling pin to about 12 inches round.

Add sliced apples, sprinkle with sugar and flour in a large bowl, and toss to coat. Sprinkle with apple pie spice and toss to coat. Pile apples in the center of the crust, then fold the edges of the dough over the apple mixture, crimping the edges slightly.

Air Fry for 15-25 minutes at 330 degrees F, air fryer setting. Serve warm or at room temperature with your favorite toppings.

Pro Tips

• To move the crostata more easily, assemble it in the air fryer basket or tray. This way, it will not slide around while you are preparing it.
• This recipe will work in any Air Fryer Basket or Oven Model. This recipe will also work in the Ninja Foodi, PowerXL, Instant Pot Crisp Lid, and Mealthy Lid. The cooking time will vary, but the recipe will stay the same.
• Use parchment paper or an Air Fryer silicone reusable liner if your Apple Crostata sticks sticks.
• You can easily change this for fresh fruits. I have listed some options below!
• If your bottom is not getting cooked, you can always prebake the crust for a few minutes, then add your filling.

Faq’s

Can I use store-bought pie crust for this recipe? Yes, you can use store-bought pie crust dough to save time. Just make sure to roll it out according to the size mentioned in the recipe.

What type of apples should I use for the filling? You can use your favorite baking apples, such as Granny Smith, Honeycrisp, or Fuji. These varieties hold their shape well and offer a good balance of sweetness and tartness.

Can I make the crostata ahead of time? Yes, you can prepare the crostata ahead of time and refrigerate it until you’re ready to air fry. Alternatively, you can freeze the assembled crostata and air fry it directly from frozen, adjusting the cooking time as needed.

How do I prevent the crust from burning in the air fryer? To prevent the crust from burning, you can cover the edges of the crostata with aluminum foil or a pie crust shield halfway through the cooking time.

Can I use other fruits instead of apples? You can substitute apples with fruits like pears, peaches, or berries. Just make sure to adjust the seasoning and sugar accordingly based on the sweetness of the fruit.

What can I serve with the warm apple crostata? For extra indulgence, you can serve it as is or with a scoop of vanilla ice cream, a dollop of whipped cream, or a drizzle of caramel sauce.

Can I reheat leftovers? You can reheat leftover crostata slices in the air fryer for a few minutes until warmed through. Alternatively, you can microwave them or warm them in a conventional oven.

Equipment Used

• Instant Vortex 4-in-1 Basket Air Fryer: instant Vortex 4-in-1 Basket Air Fryer with 4 Customizable One-Touch Cooking Programs, Digital Touchscreen, Large Non-Stick Fryer Basket, and 6 Quart Capacity, Black
• Reusable Air Fryer Basket Liner: Liangzhou 2 Pack Reusable Air Fryer Liners, 8 Inch or 9 Inch Round Non-Stick Air Fryer Mat, Perforated Air Fryer Silicone Accessories,

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