Easy Air Fryer Strawberry Hand Pies

These Easy Air Fryer Strawberry Hand Pies are golden, flaky, and bursting with sweet, fresh strawberry filling. Perfect for a quick dessert or snack, they’re simple to make and irresistibly delicious in just minutes.

These Easy Air Fryer Strawberry Hand Pies are the perfect blend of flaky pastry and sweet, fruity filling.

Quick to make and irresistibly delicious, they’re a fun dessert or snack that the whole family will love. With minimal ingredients and an air fryer to do the work, you can enjoy warm, golden hand pies in just minutes.

Why You Will Love This Recipe!

• Quick and Simple: Ready in under 20 minutes with minimal prep.
• Golden and Flaky: Perfectly crisp pastry on the outside, tender inside.
• Sweet and Fruity: Bursting with fresh strawberry filling in every bite.
• Kid-Friendly: Fun to make and even more fun to eat.
• No Oven Needed: Made entirely in the air fryer for easy cleanup.

Ingredients Needed

• Pie Crust: You can use store-bought or homemade. This is a great recipe, to switch gluten-free pie crust for a tasty gluten-free snack or dessert! 
• Strawberries: Use fresh, make sure to wash them and then dry them, before making this recipe.
• Cornstarch: This will help make the strawberry filling.
• Granulated Sugar: If you want a diebetic-friendly recipe, you can use Splenda or another sugar alternative.
• Cream Cheese: You can use low-fat or regular cream cheese.
• Powdered Sugar: A great way to make a quick frosting or icing.
• Egg white: The egg wash will help crisp the hand pie.
• Vanilla Extract: Adds some flavor to the icing!

How to Make Easy Air Fryer Strawberry Hand Pies

Step One: Preheat the air fryer for 3-5 minutes.

Step Two: In a large mixing bowl, you can add the cream cheese, and beat it on high for 3 minutes. You want the cream cheese to become pretty fluffy in texture. Next, you will slowly add your powdered sugar and vanilla. Mix until it is nice and creamy. 

Step Three: In a different bowl cut up your strawberries and then mix with granulated sugar and cornstarch. Coat all the berries. Fold in the strawberries with the cream cheese mixture. 

Step Four: Roll out the dough, and cut out circles with a cookie cutter. Scoop around 2 tablespoons of the mixture and place in the center of the pie crust.  Top with pie crust, brush with egg wash, and lightly go over with an egg wash. Bake in the air fryer as directed.  Allow the pies to cool a bit, frost then serve.  

Easy Air Fryer Strawberry Hand Pies Recipe Tips 

• Use fresh or thawed strawberries: Fresh strawberries give the best flavor, but frozen strawberries work if fully thawed and drained.
• Don’t overfill: Too much filling can cause the pies to leak during cooking.
• Seal edges well: Use a fork to press the edges and prevent the filling from spilling.
• Brush with egg wash: For extra golden, shiny crusts, lightly brush the tops with a beaten egg before air frying.
• Cool slightly before serving: Let the pies rest for a few minutes so the filling sets and doesn’t burn your mouth.

Storing, Freezing & Reheating Instructions

• Storing: Keep leftover hand pies in an airtight container at room temperature for up to 2 days. For longer storage, refrigerate for up to 5 days.
• Freezing: Freeze unbaked hand pies on a baking sheet until firm, then transfer to a freezer-safe bag for up to 2 months. You can also freeze baked pies in an airtight container for the same duration.
• Reheating: Reheat in the air fryer at 350°F for 3–5 minutes until warm and crispy. If reheating from frozen, allow a few extra minutes and check frequently to avoid overcooking.

Easy Air Fryer Strawberry Hand Pies Recipe Faqs

Can I use frozen strawberries instead of fresh? Yes! Make sure to thaw and drain frozen strawberries first to prevent soggy pies.

Can I bake these pies in the oven instead of the air fryer? Absolutely. Bake at 375°F for 12–15 minutes until golden and crispy.

How do I prevent the filling from leaking? Don’t overfill the pies and press the edges firmly with a fork to seal them.

Can I make these ahead of time? Yes, you can prepare the pies in advance and refrigerate or freeze them before cooking.

What’s the best way to serve them? Serve warm on their own or with a drizzle of glaze, whipped cream, or ice cream for extra indulgence.

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