Air Fryer Apple Pie Taquitos: A Delightful Twist on a Classic Dessert
If you love the sweet, spiced goodness of apple pie but don’t want to spend hours in the kitchen, Air Fryer Apple Pie Taquitos are the answer to your cravings. With their crispy golden exterior, warm apple filling, and a touch of cinnamon-sugar sweetness, these taquitos offer all the comfort of apple pie in a fun, bite-sized format. Perfect for a quick dessert or breakfast treat, these taquitos are a must-try for anyone looking for an easy yet delicious homemade dessert.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 13 minutes
- Total Time: 23 minutes
- Yield: 6 servings 1x
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Air Fryer
- Cuisine: American
- Diet: Vegetarian
Ingredients
- 1 can of apple pie filling (21 ounces): This is the heart of the recipe and provides the sweet, cinnamon-flavored apple filling. You can use any brand of apple pie filling, or if you’re feeling adventurous, you could make your own apple filling using fresh apples, sugar, and spices.
- 6 soft flour tortillas (medium-sized): Flour tortillas work best for this recipe as they roll up easily and crisp up nicely in the air fryer. They’re also neutral in flavor, allowing the apple filling to shine.
- 4 tablespoons melted butter: Butter adds richness and helps the cinnamon-sugar mixture adhere to the taquitos while providing a lovely golden color when air-fried.
- ½ cup sugar: This is used for the cinnamon-sugar coating that gives the taquitos that apple pie-like sweetness on the outside.
- 1 tablespoon ground cinnamon: A classic apple pie spice, cinnamon brings warmth and depth of flavor to this dessert.
Instructions
Step 1: Prepare the Tortillas and Filling
Start by laying your flour tortillas flat on a clean surface. Then, open your can of apple pie filling and spoon about 2 tablespoons of the filling into the center of each tortilla. Be careful not to overfill; you want to make sure the tortillas can be rolled tightly without spilling the filling out.
Step 2: Roll the Taquitos
Once the filling is added, roll the tortillas tightly around the apple pie mixture, making sure the edges are tucked in so the filling stays inside. Brush the outside of the rolled taquito with the melted butter. This will help the cinnamon-sugar mixture stick and will also contribute to the crispy texture when cooking.
Step 3: Coat the Taquitos with Cinnamon-Sugar
In a shallow, flat dish, mix the sugar and cinnamon together. Take each buttered taquito and roll it in the cinnamon-sugar mixture, coating the outside evenly. The sugar will melt during cooking and create a caramelized crust on the taquitos, mimicking the sweetness of an apple pie crust.
Step 4: Air Fry the Taquitos
Place the cinnamon-sugar-coated taquitos in the air fryer basket, seam side down. It’s important not to stack or overlap them, as this can prevent them from cooking evenly. Air fry at 350°F for 9 to 11 minutes, or until they’re golden brown and crispy.
Step 5: Flip and Finish Cooking
After the first round of cooking, use tongs to carefully flip the taquitos over. Air fry for an additional 3 to 4 minutes, or until they reach your desired level of crispness. The second round of air frying ensures that both sides are golden and crispy.
Step 6: Serve and Enjoy!
Once done, remove the taquitos from the air fryer and let them cool slightly. These taquitos are best served warm, with the crispy exterior contrasting perfectly with the warm, gooey apple filling inside. You can even top them with a drizzle of caramel sauce, a dusting of powdered sugar, or a scoop of vanilla ice cream for an extra indulgence.
Notes
- Don’t Overfill the Tortillas: Overfilling the tortillas can make them difficult to roll tightly and may cause the filling to leak out during cooking. Stick to about 2 tablespoons of apple pie filling per tortilla.
- Use a Good Quality Apple Pie Filling: Since the filling is the star of the recipe, choosing a high-quality apple pie filling can make a big difference in flavor. If you have the time, homemade apple pie filling can elevate these taquitos even more.
- Experiment with Spices: While cinnamon is the classic choice, you can add other spices like nutmeg, ginger, or allspice to the cinnamon-sugar mixture for a unique twist on the flavor.
- Storage and Reheating: If you have leftovers (though that’s unlikely!), store the taquitos in an airtight container at room temperature for up to 2 days. To reheat, simply pop them back into the air fryer for a few minutes to get them crispy again.
- Get Creative with Toppings: These taquitos are versatile, so feel free to add your favorite toppings. Try adding a scoop of ice cream, whipped cream, or a drizzle of caramel or chocolate sauce. You can also sprinkle a little more cinnamon-sugar on top for extra flavor.