Air Fryer Apple Pie
Ready in about 50 minutes.
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A golden, flaky apple pie baked in a compact air fryer that crisps the pastry beautifully without heating the whole kitchen. The cinnamon-spiced apples turn tender and jammy while the top crust bakes to a deep, buttery gold.
Written for 6. Cook in batches rather than stacking if you scale up.
Ingredients
- 2 sheets shortcrust or ready-rolled pie pastry
- 4 medium Bramley or Braeburn apples, peeled and sliced
- 75 g (1/3 cup) caster sugar
- 1 tbsp plain flour
- 1 tsp ground cinnamon
- 1/4 tsp ground nutmeg
- 1 tbsp lemon juice
- 1 egg, beaten, for glazing
- 1 tbsp demerara sugar, to finish
Method
- 1Toss the sliced apples with sugar, flour, cinnamon, nutmeg and lemon juice; set aside for 10 minutes.
- 2Line a 15 cm (6 inch) air-fryer-safe tin with one pastry sheet, pressing into the base and sides.
- 3Spoon in the apple filling and mound slightly in the centre.
- 4Top with the second pastry sheet, crimp the edges to seal and cut a few steam vents.
- 5Brush with beaten egg and scatter over the demerara sugar.
- 6Preheat the air fryer to 175°C/350°F, then bake for 22-28 minutes until deep golden and bubbling.
- 7Cool for at least 20 minutes so the filling sets before slicing.
Tips for the best results
- Cover the top loosely with foil if it browns before the apples soften.
- A mix of tart and sweet apples gives the best flavour and texture.
Common mistakes to avoid
- Crowding the basket so air fryer apple pie steams instead of browning.
- Pulling air fryer apple pie the moment the timer ends without checking the centre.
- Letting wet coating pieces touch, which peels the crust and keeps it soggy.
Frequently Asked Questions
What temperature and time for air fryer apple pie?
A typical starting point is 175°C / 350°F for 22-28 min. Thickness and wattage change the finish, so check early.
Can I make air fryer apple pie ahead?
Cook it, cool it quickly, and refrigerate. Reheat in the air fryer at a slightly lower temperature so the outside does not dry before the middle is hot.
How many people does air fryer apple pie serve?
This recipe is written for 6. For a fuller basket, cook in batches rather than stacking, or add a couple of minutes and shake more often.
Can I use a shop-bought unbaked pie?
Yes, a small frozen apple pie works well; add a few minutes and check the centre is piping hot.