These Air Fryer Apple Pie Pops are a fun, handheld dessert featuring warm, spiced apple filling wrapped in flaky, golden pastry. Quick to make and perfect for parties or cozy fall treats, they’re a simple way to enjoy classic apple pie in bite-sized form.
Turn classic apple pie into a fun, bite-sized treat with these Air Fryer Apple Pie Pops.
Each pop is filled with sweet, spiced apples wrapped in flaky, golden pastry, making them perfect for parties, after-school snacks, or cozy fall desserts.
They’re quick to make, easy to serve, and a crowd-pleaser for both kids and adults.
If you love easy Air Fryer Apple Recipes, try my recipe for Air Fryer Cinnamon Apple Chips, apple pie puff pastry in air fryer, air fryer apple fries, or air fryer upside down caramel apple cake.
Why You Will Love This Recipe!
- Handheld and fun: Perfect bite-sized treats for kids and adults alike.
- Quick and easy: Ready in minutes with minimal prep and no oven needed.
- Flaky and golden: Pastry comes out perfectly crisp in the air fryer.
- Warm, spiced apple filling: Classic apple pie flavors in every bite.
- Perfect for any occasion: Great for parties, snacks, or cozy fall desserts.
Ingredients Needed
- Apples (large, peeled and diced): Fresh apples peeled, diced, and ready for cooking.
- Granulated sugar: Sweetens the apples for rich, caramelized flavor.
- Apple pie spice: Blend of warm spices to enhance apple filling.
- Lemon juice: Adds brightness and prevents the apples from browning.
- Salt: Balances sweetness and enhances the apple pie flavor.
- Cornstarch: Thickens the apple filling to a perfect consistency.
- Water (for filling): Helps cornstarch dissolve and creates smooth filling.
- Pie crust (15 ounces, 2 crusts): Flaky pastry for wrapping and baking the apple pops.
- Lollipop sticks (wooden only): Holds each pop securely for easy serving.
- Egg (large): For egg wash to give pastry a golden shine.
- Water (for egg wash): Dilutes egg to brush evenly over crust.
- Sugar (for topping): Sprinkled on pastry for added sweetness and crunch.
- Apple pie spice (for topping): Light dusting to enhance flavor and aroma.
Recipe Variations
- Fruit Mix: Swap apples for pears, peaches, or a mix of berries.
- Caramel Twist: Drizzle caramel sauce over the pops after baking.
- Nutty Crunch: Sprinkle chopped pecans, walnuts, or almonds.
- Gluten-Free: Use a store-bought or homemade gluten-free pie crust instead of regular pastry.
- Mini Pops: Make smaller versions for bite-sized treats, perfect for kids or party platters.
- Spiced Variations: Add a pinch of nutmeg, ginger, or cloves to the filling.
How To Make Air Fryer Apple Pie Pops
Step One: In a medium skillet over medium heat, cook the apples with sugar, apple pie spice, lemon juice, and salt for 3–5 minutes, stirring occasionally, until the apples are just tender. In a small bowl, whisk together cornstarch and water until smooth, then add to the apple mixture. Cook, stirring constantly, until the filling thickens and becomes well combined—it will thicken quickly.
Step Two: Unroll the pie crusts onto a lightly floured surface and roll each into a 12-inch circle. Using a 3-inch round or leaf-shaped cutter, cut out 10 shapes from each dough circle.
Step Three: Place 10 of the dough cutouts on the prepared baking sheet. Insert a lollipop stick firmly into the center of each cutout, then spoon a small amount of apple filling onto the center of each. Any leftover filling can be reserved for another use.
Step Four: In a small bowl, whisk the egg white and water until frothy. Brush the mixture around the edges of each dough shape using a pastry brush or your fingers. Place a second dough cutout on top of the filling and press the edges together with a fork, making sure the dough is sealed around the lollipop stick. In another small bowl, whisk the egg yolk with water and brush it over the tops of the pie pops. Combine sugar and apple pie spice in a small bowl, then sprinkle evenly over the pops.
Step Five: Place the assembled pie pops in the air fryer and cook at 320°F for 8–10 minutes, or until golden brown. Remove carefully when done and let cool slightly before serving.
Air Fryer Apple Pie Pops Recipe Tips
- Use firm apples: Granny Smith or Honeycrisp hold their shape and provide a nice tart-sweet balance.
- Don’t overfill: Use a small spoonful of filling to prevent leaking during cooking.
- Seal edges well: Press edges firmly with a fork around the lollipop stick to avoid filling spilling.
- Even spacing: Arrange pops in the air fryer basket with space between each for even cooking.
- Optional toppings: Dust with powdered sugar or drizzle with caramel for extra flavor.
Storing Instructions
- Refrigerator: Cool completely, then store in an airtight container for up to 3–4 days.
- Freezer: Wrap individually in plastic wrap and store in a freezer-safe container for up to 2 months.
- Reheating: Air fryer at 320°F for 3–5 minutes or until warmed through and pastry is crisp.
Air Fryer Apple Pie Pops Recipe Faqs
What type of apples work best? Firm apples like Granny Smith or Honeycrisp hold their shape and give a nice tart-sweet balance.
Can I make these ahead of time? Yes! Assemble the pie pops, cover, and refrigerate until ready to air fry.
Can I freeze the pops? Absolutely. Wrap individually in plastic wrap and store in a freezer-safe container for up to 2 months. Reheat in the air fryer for best results.
How do I prevent filling from leaking? Use a small amount of filling and press edges firmly around the lollipop stick with a fork.
Can I use store-bought or homemade pie crust? Both work! Just make sure the dough is rolled evenly for consistent cooking.
Can I add toppings? Yes! Sprinkle powdered sugar or drizzle caramel sauce over the pops for extra indulgence
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Air Fryer Apple Pie Pops
Description
Ingredients
- 2 large apples, peeled and diced
- ¼ cup granulated sugar
- 1 teaspoon apple pie spice
- 1 teaspoon lemon juice
- ¼ teaspoon salt
- 1 tablespoon cornstarch
- 2 tablespoon water
- 15 ounces pie crust, 2 crusts
- 1 large egg
- 2 teaspoon water
- 2 tablespoon sugar
- ½ teaspoon apple pie spice
Instructions
- In a medium skillet, cook apples, the 1/4 cup sugar, the 1 tsp. apple pie spice, the lemon juice, and salt over medium heat for 3 to 5 minutes or until apples are nearly tender, stirring occasionally.
- Then In a small bowl combine cornstarch and 2 Tbsp. water until smooth. Add to the apple mixture; cook, stirring constantly, until mixture is thickened and well combined. Mixture will thicken quickly.
- Unroll pie crusts. On a lightly floured surface, roll each crust to a 12-inch circle. Using a 3-inch round or leaf cutter, make 10 cutouts in each circle of dough.
- Arrange 10 of the cutouts on the prepared baking sheet. Press a lollipop stick firmly into the center of each dough cut out. Spoon a scant tablespoon of filling in the center of each cutout. You will have leftover filling.
- In a small bowl whisk the egg white and 1 tsp. water until frothy. Use a pastry brush or your fingers to brush mixture around the edge of each dough shape. Place a second cutout of dough on top of the filling. Use a fork to seal the edges, taking care that the dough is sealed around the lollipop stick.
- In a small bowl, whisk together the egg yolk and remaining 1 tsp. water. Brush atop pie pops. In a small bowl, combine 2 Tbsp. sugar and remaining 1/2 tsp. apple pie spice. Sprinkle over pops.
- Place the pops into the air fryer and set the temperature to 320 degrees F, air fryer setting. 10-12 minutes (or until golden brown)
Equipment
- Cooking Spray
- Parchment Paper
- 10 Lollipop Sticks, wooden only
Nutrition
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