Air Fryer Apple Pie (Single or Mini Pie)
Ingredients (Serves 2–4)
For the crust:
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1 sheet of store-bought puff pastry or pie dough (thawed if frozen)
For the filling:
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2 medium apples (Granny Smith or Honeycrisp), peeled, cored, and diced
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2 tbsp sugar
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1 tsp cinnamon
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¼ tsp nutmeg (optional)
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1 tsp lemon juice
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1 tsp cornstarch (to thicken)
Optional topping:
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1 tbsp milk or melted butter (for brushing)
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1 tsp coarse sugar (for sprinkling)
Instructions
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Prepare the filling
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In a small bowl, mix diced apples with sugar, cinnamon, nutmeg, lemon juice, and cornstarch. Set aside.
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Prepare the crust
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Roll out the dough to fit your air fryer basket or mini pie pan.
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Place half of the dough as the bottom layer (or line a small oven-safe dish).
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Add filling
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Spoon apple mixture evenly over the crust.
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Top crust
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Place the remaining dough on top.
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Cut a few small slits to allow steam to escape.
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Optional: Brush the top with milk or melted butter and sprinkle coarse sugar.
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Air fry
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Preheat air fryer to 350°F (175°C).
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Place the pie in the air fryer basket and cook 15–20 minutes, or until crust is golden and apples are bubbly.
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Check at 12–15 minutes; cooking times may vary by air fryer.
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Cool and serve
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Let cool 5 minutes before slicing.
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Optional: Serve with ice cream or whipped cream.
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Tips
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Mini pies: Great for individual servings; adjust air fryer time slightly (usually 12–15 minutes).
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Crispier crust: Brush with butter before air frying.
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Flavor boost: Add a pinch of ginger or allspice to the filling.
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Storage: Keeps in the fridge 2–3 days; reheat gently in the air fryer for crispiness.
If you want, I can also give a “super easy 10-minute air fryer apple pie cups” version that uses pre-made apple pie filling and puff pastry—no rolling required, perfect for a first-time air fryer pie. Do you want me to do that?