Introduction

Enjoy a quick and delicious dessert with these Air Fryer Apple Pie Taquitos. Crispy on the outside and filled with warm apple pie filling, they are perfect for a cozy snack or sweet treat any time of day.

Four rolled tortillas are placed side by side inside a black air fryer basket. Each tortilla is baked to a golden brown with a slightly crispy texture, sprinkled evenly with a cinnamon and sugar mixture that gives a speckled, grainy look on the surface. The tortillas have different sizes, with the smallest on the left and the largest on the right. The ends of the tortillas reveal a bit of caramelized filling inside. The air fryer basket has small holes at the base, and the background is a white marbled texture. photo taken with an iphone --ar 4:5 --v 7

Ingredients

1 can (21 oz) apple pie filling
6 medium flour tortillas
4 tbsp melted butter
1/2 cup granulated sugar
1 tbsp cinnamon powder

Instructions

Step 1: In a small bowl, mix the granulated sugar and cinnamon powder together. Set aside.
Step 2: Warm the flour tortillas slightly to make them easier to roll.
Step 3: Spoon about 2 to 3 tablespoons of apple pie filling onto the lower third of each tortilla.
Step 4: Roll the tortillas tightly around the filling to form taquitos.
Step 5: Brush the outside of each rolled taquito with melted butter.
Step 6: Roll each buttered taquito in the cinnamon sugar mixture, coating well.
Step 7: Place the taquitos seam side down in the air fryer basket, making sure they do not touch.
Step 8: Air fry at 375°F (190°C) for 8 to 10 minutes, or until golden brown and crispy.
Step 9: Let cool slightly before serving to avoid burning from hot filling.

Tips & Variations

Use corn tortillas for a different texture and flavor.
Try adding a sprinkle of nutmeg to the cinnamon sugar for extra warmth.
Serve with a scoop of vanilla ice cream or a drizzle of caramel sauce.
For extra crispiness, spray taquitos lightly with cooking spray before air frying.

Storage

Store leftover taquitos in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3 days. Reheat in the air fryer at 350°F (175°C) for 3 to 4 minutes to regain crispiness.

How to Serve

The image shows five rolled pastries inside a black air fryer basket. Each pastry is thin and evenly coated in a cinnamon sugar layer giving them a golden-brown color with a slightly crispy texture. The pastries are lined up side by side, lying horizontally across the basket. The ends of some rolls reveal a warm, gooey filling that looks like cooked apples. The inside surface of the air fryer basket is dark with small holes on the base for air circulation. The photo taken with an iphone --ar 4:5 --v 7

Serve this delicious recipe with your favorite sides.

FAQs

Can I use fresh apples instead of canned apple pie filling?

Yes, you can make your own filling by cooking peeled and chopped apples with sugar, cinnamon, and a bit of lemon juice until soft. Let it cool before filling the tortillas.

What if I don’t have an air fryer?

You can bake the taquitos on a baking sheet at 400°F (200°C) for about 12 to 15 minutes, turning halfway through until golden and crispy.

Air Fryer Apple Pie Taquitos Recipe

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These Air Fryer Apple Pie Taquitos are a quick and delicious twist on traditional apple pie, combining warm, cinnamon-sugar coated apple filling wrapped in crispy flour tortillas. Perfect for a snack or dessert, they bake up golden and flaky in the air fryer, offering a delightful balance of sweet, spiced flavors and crunchy texture.

Author: Bella
Prep Time: 10 minutes
Cook Time: 9 minutes
Total Time: 19 minutes
Yield: 6 taquitos 1x
Category: Dessert
Method: Air Frying
Cuisine: American
Diet: Vegetarian

Ingredients

Scale

Filling

1 can (21 oz) apple pie filling

Wraps

6 medium flour tortillas

Coating

4 tbsp melted butter
1/2 cup granulated sugar
1 tbsp cinnamon powder

Instructions

Prepare the Coating: In a small bowl, combine the granulated sugar and cinnamon powder. Set this cinnamon-sugar mixture aside for later use.
Assemble the Taquitos: Lay a flour tortilla flat on a clean surface. Spoon approximately 3 to 4 tablespoons of the apple pie filling evenly onto the lower third of the tortilla. Carefully roll the tortilla tightly from the filled end to the other, creating a taquito shape. Repeat this process with all tortillas.
Coat the Taquitos: Brush each rolled tortilla generously with melted butter, ensuring the entire surface is coated for maximum crispiness and flavor. Then, roll each buttered taquito in the cinnamon-sugar mixture until fully covered.
Preheat the Air Fryer: Set your air fryer to 370°F (188°C) and allow it to preheat for about 3 minutes.
Air Fry the Taquitos: Place the coated taquitos in a single layer in the air fryer basket. Avoid overcrowding to ensure even cooking. Air fry for 7 to 9 minutes, or until the tortillas are golden brown and crispy. Flip halfway through to promote even browning.
Cool and Serve: Carefully remove the taquitos from the air fryer with tongs and let them cool for a few minutes before serving. Enjoy warm for the best flavor.

Notes

Make sure not to overfill the tortillas to prevent them from breaking while rolling.
If you prefer, you can add a sprinkle of nutmeg or ground cloves to the cinnamon-sugar mix for extra warmth.
Serve with vanilla ice cream or whipped cream for an indulgent dessert.
Store any leftovers in an airtight container for up to 2 days and reheat briefly in the air fryer to retain crispiness.

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