Air Fryer Apple Pie Cups

If you love warm apple pie but don’t have the time (or patience) for a from-scratch crust, these Air Fryer Apple Pie Cups are about to become your new go-to. They use just two ingredients — a can of refrigerated cinnamon rolls and a scoop of apple pie filling — and they’re ready in under 15 minutes start to finish. Soft and gooey in the middle, golden and crisp around the edges, and finished with the icing that comes right in the can. They’re somewhere between an apple cinnamon bun and a mini apple pie, and they’re impossible to stop eating.

These are perfect for a fast weekend breakfast, an after-school treat, or a last-minute dessert when company is on the way. Best of all, the air fryer does the work in a fraction of the time an oven would take.

Why You’ll Love These Apple Pie Cups

Easy to customize. Swap the filling, add nuts, or finish with a homemade glaze (see the variations below).

Only 2 ingredients. Cinnamon rolls and apple pie filling — that’s it. The icing is already in the can.

Ready in under 15 minutes. No chilling dough, no rolling crust, no long bake.

No special skills needed. If you can press dough into a muffin tin, you can make these.

Kid-friendly and crowd-friendly. Make a batch for breakfast or a party tray.

Ingredients

The full measurements and printable instructions are in the recipe card at the bottom of the page.

• 1 can refrigerated cinnamon rolls with icing — the standard 8-count can works perfectly. The included icing packet is what you’ll drizzle on top.
• 1/2 cup apple pie filling — homemade or store-bought. If your filling has large apple chunks, give them a rough chop so each cup gets an even amount.

That’s the whole list. Everything else is optional.

How to Make Air Fryer Apple Pie Cups

Step 1: Flatten the cinnamon rolls

Separate the cinnamon rolls and use a rolling pin (or the heel of your hand) to gently flatten each one into a wider, thinner round. Set the icing aside for later.

Step 2: Press into a greased muffin tin

Spray a muffin tin that fits inside your air fryer basket with nonstick cooking spray. Press one flattened roll into each cavity, using the back of a spoon to make a small well in the center for the filling.

Step 3: Add the apple pie filling

Spoon about a tablespoon of apple pie filling into the well of each cup. Don’t overfill — the dough will puff as it cooks and you want it to hold the filling, not spill over.

Step 4: Air fry

Place the muffin tin into the air fryer and cook at 330°F for 5–7 minutes, until the dough is golden and cooked through. Check at the 5-minute mark, since air fryers vary.

Step 5: Drizzle and serve

Carefully remove the muffin tin and let the cups cool for a minute or two. Drizzle with the reserved icing and serve warm. Plate, serve, and enjoy!

Pro Tips for the Best Apple Pie Cups

• Use a muffin tin that fits your basket. Measure your air fryer basket first. A 6-cup tin or silicone muffin cups usually fit best.
• Grease well. Even with the icing’s sugar, the dough can stick. A quick spray of nonstick keeps cleanup easy.
• Don’t overfill. A tablespoon of filling per cup is plenty. Too much and they bubble over.
• Warm the icing. If the included icing is stiff, microwave it for 5–10 seconds so it drizzles smoothly.
• Check early. At 330°F most air fryers finish these in 5–6 minutes. Pull them as soon as the tops are golden.

Variations

• Make a homemade glaze. Whisk 1/2 cup powdered sugar with 1–2 teaspoons milk and a splash of vanilla for a thicker, from-scratch drizzle.
• Swap the fruit. Try cherry, peach, or blueberry pie filling for a different spin.
• Add crunch. Sprinkle chopped pecans or walnuts over the filling before air frying.
• Extra spice. Stir a pinch of apple pie spice or cinnamon into the filling.

How to Store and Reheat

Store leftover apple pie cups in an airtight container at room temperature for up to 2 days, or in the refrigerator for up to 4 days. To reheat, pop them back in the air fryer at 320°F for 2–3 minutes until warmed through. You can also freeze them, undrizzled, for up to 2 months — thaw overnight in the fridge, reheat, then add the icing..

Frequently Asked Questions

Can I use store-bought cinnamon roll dough? Yes — a can of refrigerated cinnamon rolls is exactly what this recipe is built around. The included icing packet doubles as your topping.

How long do I air fry apple pie cups? Cook them at 330°F for 5–7 minutes, checking at the 5-minute mark. Air fryers vary, so pull them as soon as the dough is golden and cooked through.

Can I make the filling ahead of time? Yes. If you’re using homemade apple pie filling, make it in advance and refrigerate it until you’re ready. Let it come to room temperature before spooning it into the cups.

Can I use a different fruit filling? Absolutely. Cherry, peach, blueberry, or mixed-berry pie filling all work well. Adjust sweetness to taste.

Can I make these in the oven instead? Yes. Bake in a greased muffin tin at 350°F for about 12–15 minutes, or until golden and cooked through.

Why did my cups overflow? Usually too much filling. Stick to about a tablespoon per cup and make a proper well so the dough can rise around it.

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