Air Fryer Apple Pie Bombs (Cinnamon Sugar Stuffed Apple Donuts)

Air Fryer Apple Pie Bombs are warm, golden, and absolutely irresistible — sweet biscuit dough wrapped around gooey apple pie filling, air fried until crisp, then rolled in buttery cinnamon sugar. If you’ve ever wished apple pie came in a poppable, donut-shaped bite, these cinnamon sugar stuffed apple donuts are exactly that.

I’ve been making these apple pie donut holes for years, and they’ve earned a permanent spot in our weekend rotation. They taste like the inside of an apple pie met a fresh cinnamon-sugar donut — and the air fryer does all the heavy lifting. No deep frying, no oven preheating, no mess.

If you love air fryer apple desserts as much as I do, you’ll also want to bookmark a few other Fork To Spoon favorites: my Air Fryer Apple Pie Baked Oatmeal, Air Fryer Apple Pie Scones, and Air Fryer French Apple Pie Crullers.

Why You’ll Love These Air Fryer Apple Pie Bombs

• Fast and foolproof — ready in about 30 minutes with no deep fryer required.
• Made with everyday ingredients — a can of biscuits and apple pie filling do most of the work.
• Kid-friendly — rolling and pinching the dough is a fun job for little hands.
• That cinnamon-sugar donut finish — buttery, crackly, and exactly like a fresh fall donut.
• Endlessly adaptable — swap the filling, the dough, or the coating to make them your own.

Ingredients Needed

Here’s everything you’ll need to make these cinnamon sugar stuffed apple donuts. Exact measurements are in the printable Fork To Spoon recipe card below.

• Apple pie filling — Store-bought is perfect; just dice the apple pieces smaller so they tuck neatly inside the dough.
• Refrigerated biscuit dough — Grands biscuits work beautifully. Crescent rolls, crescent dough sheets, or refrigerated pie crust also work.
• Granulated sugar — For the cinnamon-sugar coating. Brown sugar makes a deeper, more caramel-like crust.
• Ground cinnamon — The warm, cozy backbone of any good apple pie bomb.
• Unsalted butter, melted — Helps the cinnamon sugar cling to every donut.
• Nonstick cooking spray — Keeps the bombs from sticking to your basket.

How to Make Air Fryer Apple Pie Bombs

Step 1 — Mix the coating. In a small bowl, whisk together the granulated sugar and ground cinnamon. Set aside. Open the biscuit dough and separate it into 15 to 16 thin layers.

Step 2 — Fill the dough. Using a rolling pin, roll each piece into an even 4-inch circle. Spoon about 1 tablespoon of apple pie filling into the center of each one.

Step 3 — Seal into bombs. Pinch the dough closed around the filling and roll it between your palms into a smooth ball, so it looks like a mini apple pie donut hole. Pinch the seams firmly — this is the most important step to keep the filling from leaking.

Step 4 — Air fry. Line your basket with parchment or spray it with cooking spray. Add the apple pie bombs in a single layer, spray the tops, and air fry at 350°F for 8 to 10 minutes, until golden brown.

Step 5 — Coat in cinnamon sugar. Dip each warm bomb in melted butter, then roll it in the cinnamon-sugar mixture until completely coated. Serve warm and enjoy.

Tips for the Best Apple Pie Bombs

• Pinch the seams well. Really press the dough closed so the filling stays inside while the bombs cook.
• Dice the filling small. Smaller apple pieces are easier to seal and bite into.
• Don’t crowd the basket. Leave space between each bomb so the air can circulate and crisp the dough.
• Coat while warm. The butter and cinnamon sugar stick best the moment they come out of the air fryer.

Variations to Try

One of the best things about these apple pie donut holes is how easy they are to riff on:

• Maple glaze — skip the cinnamon sugar and dip in a quick maple powdered-sugar glaze.
• Caramel apple pie bombs — drizzle with caramel sauce after coating.
• Different fillings — try cherry, blueberry, or peach pie filling (see my Air Fryer Blueberry Pie Bombs and Air Fryer Cherry Pie Bombs).
• Cream cheese center — add a small cube of cream cheese alongside the apple for a danish-style bite.

Substitutions

• Homemade dough: Use your favorite homemade biscuit dough for a from-scratch version.
• Homemade filling: Simmer 2 finely chopped apples with ¼ cup sugar, 1 tablespoon flour, 2 tablespoons apple pie spice, and 3 tablespoons water until soft and thick.
• Sugar swap: Brown sugar or a 1:1 sugar substitute both work in the coating.

Serving Suggestions

These are best served warm, fresh out of the air fryer. Pile them on a plate for breakfast, serve them as a fall dessert with a scoop of vanilla ice cream, or set them out as a party snack with a side of caramel for dipping. They pair perfectly with coffee or hot cider.

Storing, Freezing & Reheating

• Storing: Keep cooled apple pie bombs in an airtight container at room temperature for up to 2 days.
• Freezing: Freeze cooled bombs in a freezer-safe bag for up to 2 months; thaw at room temperature.
• Reheating: Warm in the air fryer at 300°F for 2–3 minutes, or microwave for 15–20 seconds.

Air Fryer Apple Pie Bombs FAQs

Can I use store-bought apple pie filling? Yes — pre-made filling works perfectly and saves time. Just dice the apples smaller before filling.

Why did my apple pie bombs leak? The seams weren’t fully sealed. Pinch firmly and roll into a smooth ball so there are no gaps for filling to escape.

Can I make these ahead of time? Yes. Assemble the bombs, refrigerate them, and air fry just before serving for the freshest results.

Can I freeze apple pie bombs? Absolutely — freeze cooled bombs for up to 2 months and reheat in the air fryer.

What dough works best? Grands biscuit dough is the easiest and puffs up beautifully, but crescent dough, refrigerated pie crust, and homemade biscuit dough all work.

More Easy Air Fryer Apple Recipes from Fork To Spoon

• Air Fryer Frozen Apple Pie
• Air Fryer Apple Pie Pizookie
• How to Reheat Apple Pie in Air Fryer
• Air Fryer Apple Pie Baked Apples
• Air Fryer Apple Pie Egg Rolls

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