Indulge in a delightful dessert with this easy recipe for Apple Pie Puff Pastry made in the air fryer. Enjoy the warm, flaky pastry filled with sweet, cinnamon-spiced apples, perfect for any occasion!

Golden brown Apple Pie Puff Pastry with a flaky crust, served on a plate.
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This is one of my favorite recipes, and if you love the taste of apple pie, you will love this quick air fryer recipe.

Puff pastry cooks amazing in the air fryer, The light and fluffy texture, combined with the sliced apples, is the perfect fall dessert. Serve with whipped cream or a side of Ninja Creami Vanilla Ice Cream, or Ninja Creami Apple Cobbler Ice Cream it’s truly amazing!

Close-up of a freshly baked Apple Pie Puff Pastry with visible apple filling and cinnamon.

Why You Will Love This Recipe!

  • Quick and Easy Preparation: This recipe is simple and requires minimal ingredients, making it perfect for a quick dessert solution any time you crave something sweet.
  • Flaky and Crispy Texture: The air fryer gives the puff pastry a wonderfully flaky and crispy exterior, enhancing the overall eating experience.
  • Deliciously Sweet Apple Filling: Filled with warm, spiced apples, this dessert captures the classic flavor of traditional apple pie in every bite.
  • Versatile Serving Options: Enjoy it warm on its own or topped with ice cream, whipped cream, or a drizzle of caramel for a delicious treat.
  • Perfect for Any Occasion: Whether it’s a holiday gathering, a family dinner, or a casual snack, this Apple Pie Puff Pastry is sure to impress and satisfy.

Ingredients Needed

Ingredients needed for air fryer puff pastry Danish on table.
  • Apples
  • Puff Pastry
  • Ground Cinnamon
  • Apricot Jam
  • Lemon Juice
  • Granulated Sugar

How To Make Air Fryer Apple Pie Puff Pastry

 A sheet of puff pastry laid out on a floured surface, ready to be cut into squares for filling.

Step One: Roll out your puff pastry, and then cut your puff pastry into rectangle-shaped pieces.

 Chopped apples mixed with cinnamon and sugar in a bowl, ready to be placed in puff pastry.

Step Two: Slice your apples, and mix the apples with lemon juice, ground cinnamon, and granulated sugar.

Puff pastry squares being filled with the apple mixture, demonstrating how to avoid overfilling.

Step Three: Add the apples on top of the puff pastry.

The filled puff pastries neatly arranged in the air fryer basket, ready for cooking.

Step Four: Preheat your air fryer to 400 degrees F, air fryer setting for about 3 to 4 minutes.

The air fryer set with the puff pastries inside, with the timer and temperature displayed for the cooking process.

Step Five: Then place your puff pastry into the air fryer basket, and set the temperature to 400 degrees F. Air fryer setting, set cook time for 5-8 minutes, or until the pastry is golden brown.

Golden brown puff pastries displayed on a plate, freshly cooked and ready to serve.

Ingredient Tip & Notes

  • Puff Pastry: The easiest way to make an apple tart is with frozen puff pastry dough. You can either thaw it in the refrigerator overnight or leave it at room temperature to thaw. Working with cold puff pastry is more manageable than working with puff pastry that has been thawed at room temperature. But either method works.
  • Apples: The best apples for this recipe are Granny Smith or Honeycrisp.
  • Ground Cinnamon: I love that it adds great flavor to the apples, and nothing pairs better with apples than ground cinnamon!
Golden-brown Apple Pie Puff Pastry topped with a dusting of powdered sugar on a white plate."

Air Fryer Apple Pie Puff Pastry Recipe Tips

  • Apples: Do not slice your apples too thin. Otherwise, they will burn. Slice them about 1/4 inch, which will allow them to become tender, but you will retain some of the texture of the apples.
  • Preheating: This recipe works best if your air fryer is preheated first. The minute your puff pastry hits the hot air, it will start puffing up.
  • Timing: Since every air fryer is slightly different, check on your puff pastry as it cooks up.
  • Making These In An Air Fryer Oven: If you are making these in an air fryer oven, make sure that you place the puff pastry tars on the bottom shelf or racks so that both the inside and outside are cooking; up; to perfection!

Air Fryer Apple Pie Puff Pastry Recipe Faqs

How do I store leftover Apple Pie Puff Pastry? To store leftovers, place them in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3 days. For longer storage, you can freeze them for up to a month.

Can I make these ahead of time? Yes, you can prepare the apple filling in advance and assemble the puff pastries just before cooking to keep them fresh and flaky.

What type of apples are best for this recipe? A mix of sweet and tart apples, such as Granny Smith and Honeycrisp, works well for a balanced flavor.

Can I add other spices to the filling? Absolutely! Feel free to add nutmeg, allspice, or even a splash of vanilla extract to enhance the flavor of the apple filling.

What can I serve with Apple Pie Puff Pastry? These pastries pair wonderfully with vanilla ice cream, whipped cream, or a drizzle of caramel sauce.

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5 from 6 votes
Prep Time: 20 minutes
Cook Time: 8 minutes
Total Time: 28 minutes
Servings: 8 Servings

Description

If you're looking for an easy, yet impressive dessert to make in your air fryer, look no further than these puff pastry apple tarts. The pastry is light and fluffy, while the apples are sweet and juicy. Best of all, they're ready in just minutes!

Ingredients 

  • 2 sheets puff pastry, thawed
  • 1/2 cup apricot jam
  • 2 large apples, sliced
  • 1 tablespoon granulated sugar
  • 1 teaspoon ground cinnamon
  • 2 tablespoons lemon juice

Instructions

  • Roll out your puff pastry, and then cut your puff pastry into rectangle-shaped pieces.
  • Slice your apples, and mix the apples with lemon juice, ground cinnamon, and granulated sugar.
  • Add the apples on top of the puff pastry.
  • Preheat your air fryer to 400 degrees F, air fryer setting for about 3 to 4 minutes.
  • Then place your puff pastry into the air fryer basket, and set the temperature to 400 degrees F. Air fryer setting, cook for 5 to 8 minutes, or until the pastry is golden brown.
  • Brush with apricot jam right before serving.

Equipment

  • Cooking Spray
  • Parchment Paper, optional

Nutrition

Serving: 1ServingCalories: 409kcalCarbohydrates: 47gProtein: 5gFat: 23gSaturated Fat: 6gPolyunsaturated Fat: 3gMonounsaturated Fat: 13gSodium: 159mgPotassium: 113mgFiber: 2gSugar: 14gVitamin A: 62IUVitamin C: 5mgCalcium: 15mgIron: 2mg

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