Name: Air Fryer Pumpkin Twists
Prep time: 20 min
Cook time: 15 min
Total time: 40 min
Yield: 8
Cuisine: American
Ingredients: 1/4cup granulated sugar; 1/2teaspoon pumpkin pie spice; 2tablespoon butter; 1can (8 oz) Pillsbury™ refrigerated crescent dough sheet or 1 can (8 oz) Pillsbury™ refrigerated crescent rolls; 1/3cup canned pumpkin (not pumpkin pie mix); 1oz cream cheese (2 tablespoons); 1/4cup powdered sugar; 1/2to 1 teaspoon milk

Air Fryer Pumpkin Twists are a perfect Fall recipe. They’re so easy to make and taste amazing, but that’s not all! You can also use your air fryer for many other things like making french fries or even whole roasted chickens. There’s never been a better time for you to buy an air fryer than now!

Every year around this time, pumpkin spice everything has our mouths watering. From lattes to donuts and beyond, we love the flavor so much that we can’t get enough of it! This recipe is a delicious twist on your favorite fall treat: pumpkin pie.

These twists are light and fluffy, with just enough cinnamon sugar coating them for that perfect amount of sweetness! You’ll never go back to making regular pumpkin pie again after you try these out.

What is better than a warm slice of freshly baked pie? Not too many things come to mind, but this recipe may be one of them. Pumpkin Pie Twists make the perfect addition to any holiday menu or even an afternoon snack with some coffee or tea!

If you have never baked in your air fryer, let me tell you it’s so good!

Not only is it easy, but the baked goods come out amazing! Truly delicious!

If you are looking for some more Air Fryer Pumpkin Recipes, some of my favorite recipes are AIR FRYER GLUTEN-FREE PUMPKIN BANANA NUT BREAD, AIR FRYER GLAZED PUMPKIN SCONES, AIR FRYER MUG PUMPKIN COFFEE CAKE, and AIR FRYER MINI PUMPKIN PIES.

What Is A Pumpkin Twist?

Pumpkin twists are a traditional holiday dessert made up of crescent dough, sugar, and pumpkin pie. It’s a sweet twist on the classic pumpkin pie recipe. This post will provide you with all of the ingredients needed to make this delicious treat!

Ingredients Needed For Air Fryer Pumpkin Twists

Granulated Sugar
Pumpkin Pie Spice
Butter
Crescent Dough
Canned Pumpkin
Cream Cheese
Powdered Sugar
Milk

How To Make Air Fryer Pumpkin Twists

Line the air fryer with parchment paper. In a small bowl, mix granulated sugar and pumpkin pie spice. Cut in butter, using pastry blender or fork, until mixture forms coarse crumbs.

Unroll dough on work surface; press into a rectangle (if using crescent rolls, press seams to seal). Spread the caaned pumpkin evenly over dough to within 1/4 inch of edges. Sprinkle with 3 tablespoons of the sugar mixture.

Roll the dough up starting at one long side; pinch seam to seal. Then use a pizza cutter, and cut down the middle. Braid the dough.

Place the pumpkin twist into an air fryer safe pan, or place directly only the parchment paper. Set into the air fryer, and air fry at 320 degrees F, air fryer setting, for 12 to 15 minutes.

In a small microwavable bowl, place cream cheese. Microwave uncovered on High for 10 to 15 seconds to slightly soften. Mix powdered sugar and 1/2 teaspoon of the milk until smooth, adding additional milk until thin enough for icing. Drizzle on top of the twist.

WHAT CAN I USE INSTEAD OF CRESCENT ROLLS?

There is nothing better than a quick crescent roll for a fast and easy Air Fryer Dessert. But I know that readers from England (UK) and Australia can not find the ingredients. My suggestion to them would be to make this recipe with thawed puff pastry instead. You will get the same texture and flavor.

The cooking temperature should be changed to 380 degrees F, air fryer setting, but you will reduce the cooking time to about 8 minutes.

CAN I MAKE THIS RECIPE VEGAN?

If you’re a vegan or cooking for one, the first question that always pops up is: can I make this recipe vegan? Well, now we have an answer! Yes, this recipe is completely vegan and delicious!

The only changes you will need to make are using vegan butter, such as Earth Balance Vegan Butter.

Then use non-dairy and vegan milk for the icing.

ADDITIONAL BAKING TIPS

Pumpkin: remember to use canned pumpkin for this recipe, not pumpkin pie filling. As pumpkin pie filings are already sweetened, and seasonings are added. If you do use it, your pumpkin twists will be very sweet.

Pumpkin Pie Spice: Here is a recipe you can make with a few seasonings from your pantry.

AIR FRYER TOOLS NEEDED:

Air Fryer: This recipe will work in any Air Fryer Basket or Oven Model. This recipe will also work in the Ninja Foodi, Instant Pot Crisp Lid, and Mealthy Lid. The cooking time will vary based on what air fryer you are using, so watch your pumpkin twists as they cook up.

Silicone Air Fryer Liner or Parchment Paper: I highly recommend using a silicone air fryer liner to make these. Otherwise, the dough will stick to the basket.

Pizza Cutter: There is nothing easier to cut the dough down the middle than a pizza cutter.

More Air Fryer Pumpkin Recipes:

Yield: 8 Servings

Air Fryer Pumpkin Twists

Air Fryer Pumpkin Twists are a perfect Fall recipe. They're so easy to make and taste amazing, but that's not all! You can also use your air fryer for many other things like making french fries or even whole roasted chickens. There's never been a better time for you to buy an air fryer than now!

Prep Time 20 minutes

Cook Time 15 minutes

Additional Time 5 minutes

Total Time 40 minutes

Ingredients

Pumpkin Twist:

1/4cup granulated sugar
1/2teaspoon pumpkin pie spice
2tablespoon butter
1can (8 oz) Pillsbury™ refrigerated crescent dough sheet or 1 can (8 oz) Pillsbury™ refrigerated crescent rolls
1/3cup canned pumpkin (not pumpkin pie mix)

Icing/Glaze:

1oz cream cheese (2 tablespoons)
1/4cup powdered sugar
1/2to 1 teaspoon milk

Instructions

Line the air fryer with parchment paper.
In a small bowl, mix granulated sugar and pumpkin pie spice. Cut in butter, using pastry blender or fork, until mixture forms coarse crumbs.
Unroll dough on work surface; press into a rectangle (using crescent rolls, press seams to seal).
Spread the canned pumpkin evenly over dough to within 1/4 inch of edges. Sprinkle with 3 tablespoons of the sugar mixture.
Roll the dough up starting at one long side; pinch seam to seal. Then use a pizza cutter, and cut down the middle. Braid the dough.
Place the pumpkin twist into an air fryer safe pan, or place directly only the parchment paper. Set into the air fryer, and air fry at 320 degrees F, air fryer setting, for 12 to 15 minutes.
In a small microwavable bowl, place cream cheese. Microwave uncovered on High for 10 to 15 seconds to slightly soften. Mix powdered sugar and 1/2 teaspoon of the milk until smooth, adding additional milk until thin enough for icing.
Drizzle on top of the twist.
Plate, serve and enjoy!

Nutrition Information:

Yield:

Serving Size:

1
Amount Per Serving: Calories: 92Total Fat: 4gSaturated Fat: 2gTrans Fat: 0gUnsaturated Fat: 1gCholesterol: 12mgSodium: 53mgCarbohydrates: 14gFiber: 0gSugar: 11gProtein: 1g

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