Description
Air Fryer Apple Pie Bombs are a delightful twist on classic apple pie, featuring warm apple pie filling wrapped in flaky crescent dough and cooked to golden perfection in the air fryer. These bite-sized treats are easy to prepare and perfect for a quick dessert, served best with vanilla ice cream or whipped cream for an extra indulgence.
Ingredients
Scale
Dough
- 1 can refrigerated crescent roll dough (8 count)
Filling
- 1 cup apple pie filling, chopped into small pieces
Topping
- 2 tablespoons unsalted butter, melted
- 1/4 cup granulated sugar
- 1 teaspoon ground cinnamon
Optional Serving
- Vanilla ice cream or whipped cream for serving
Instructions
- Prepare the Dough: Open the can of crescent roll dough and carefully separate it into 8 individual triangles. Ensure the dough remains intact and easy to fold.
- Add Filling: Place about 1 tablespoon of chopped apple pie filling in the center of each dough triangle, spreading slightly but keeping it contained.
- Seal the Dough Balls: Fold the edges of each triangle over the filling and pinch the seams together tightly to form a sealed ball, preventing the filling from leaking out during cooking.
- Preheat Air Fryer: Set your air fryer to 350°F (175°C) and allow it to preheat fully before cooking the dough balls for even results.
- Prepare Cinnamon Sugar: In a small bowl, combine the granulated sugar with ground cinnamon and mix well to create a flavorful coating.
- Coat the Dough Balls: Lightly brush each dough ball with the melted butter, then roll them generously in the cinnamon sugar mixture until evenly covered on all sides.
- Arrange in Air Fryer: Place the coated dough balls in a single layer within the air fryer basket, making sure they do not touch to promote proper air circulation. Cook in batches if necessary.
- Air Fry: Cook for 7 to 9 minutes until the dough balls turn golden brown and are fully cooked inside. Check at 7 minutes to prevent overcooking and adjust time as needed based on your air fryer model.
- Cool Slightly: Carefully remove the apple pie bombs from the air fryer using tongs or a spatula, and let them cool for a few minutes so they are safe to handle and eat.
- Serve: Serve warm and optionally add a scoop of vanilla ice cream or a dollop of whipped cream to elevate this delicious dessert.
Notes
- Ensure the seams are well sealed to avoid filling leakage during air frying.
- Do not overcrowd the air fryer basket; this allows for even cooking and browning.
- The cooking time may vary depending on the air fryer model, so monitor closely after 7 minutes.
- For an extra crisp crust, you can add a second brush of melted butter halfway through cooking.
- These apple pie bombs are best enjoyed fresh but can be stored in an airtight container for up to 2 days. Reheat in the air fryer for best texture.
