Introduction

These easy Air Fryer Apple Pie Taquitos are a delightful twist on the classic dessert. Crispy on the outside with warm, sweet apple filling inside, they’re perfect for a quick treat or party snack. Plus, the air fryer makes baking them a breeze!

Four rolled pastries are placed inside a black air fryer basket, each roll evenly coated with a golden-brown cinnamon sugar mix, giving them a slightly grainy texture. The rolls are tightly packed side by side, showing a crispy outer layer with hints of a soft filling peeking out from some ends. The black air fryer basket has small holes at the bottom, and there are small crumbs and a bit of melted filling stuck to the surface. The scene is set against 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: Lay the flour tortillas flat on a clean surface. Spoon about 2 tablespoons of the apple pie filling across the center of each tortilla. Then, roll each tortilla up tightly to form taquitos.
Step 2: Using a pastry brush, brush the outside of each rolled taquito generously with melted butter. This helps the cinnamon sugar adhere and also makes the taquitos extra crispy.
Step 3: In a shallow, flat dish, mix together the granulated sugar and cinnamon powder until well combined. Roll each buttered taquito in the cinnamon sugar mixture, making sure to coat the outside fully and evenly. For extra flavor, roll them twice.
Step 4: Arrange the coated taquitos seam side down in the air fryer basket, ensuring they don’t overlap or touch for even crisping.
Step 5: Air fry at 350°F (175°C) for 9-11 minutes, until they start to become golden and crispy.
Step 6: Use tongs to flip each taquito over, then air fry for an additional 3-4 minutes until your desired level of crispness is reached.
Step 7: Let cool slightly before serving—they’ll be very hot inside!

Tips & Variations

For a dairy-free version, substitute melted butter with coconut oil or a plant-based butter.
Try adding chopped nuts or raisins to the apple filling before rolling for added texture and flavor.
If you don’t have an air fryer, you can bake these taquitos at 375°F (190°C) for about 15-18 minutes, turning halfway through.

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 3-5 minutes to bring back their crispiness.

How to Serve

A stack of six rolled pastries is arranged in a pyramid shape on a white plate, each pastry covered in a light brown cinnamon sugar coating that gives a grainy texture. The pastries are golden in color and crispy-looking, with a drizzle of thick, amber caramel sauce flowing down the top pastry and pooling slightly on the plate below. The top pastry has an open end showing a light interior with some small pieces of apple filling visible inside. In the background, two cinnamon sticks lie on the white marbled surface, adding a warm touch to the scene. The overall setting is bright and warm, focusing closely on the sweet roll stack. photo taken with an iphone --ar 4:5 --v 7

Serve this delicious recipe with your favorite sides.

FAQs

Can I use corn tortillas instead?

Flour tortillas work best for this recipe because they’re pliable and roll easily without cracking. Corn tortillas may break and are less suitable for rolling into taquitos.

Can I prepare these ahead of time?

Yes, you can assemble the taquitos and keep them refrigerated for a few hours before air frying. For even easier prep, roll them, coat with butter and cinnamon sugar, then freeze on a baking sheet. Transfer to a bag once frozen and air fry from frozen, adding a few extra minutes to cooking time.