Air Fryer Apple Pie Taquitos

These crispy Air Fryer Apple Pie Taquitos are filled with sweet cinnamon-spiced apples, rolled in flour tortillas, air-fried until golden, and coated in cinnamon sugar. They’re a quick and delicious dessert that tastes like apple pie in handheld form!

Preparation Time

• Prep Time: 15 minutes
• Cook Time: 8–10 minutes
• Total Time: 25 minutes

Servings

Makes 8 taquitos

Ingredients

For the Apple Filling

• 2 medium apples, peeled and diced
• 2 tablespoons butter
• 2 tablespoons brown sugar
• 1 teaspoon ground cinnamon
• ¼ teaspoon nutmeg
• 1 teaspoon lemon juice
• 1 teaspoon cornstarch
• 1 tablespoon water

For the Taquitos

• 8 small flour tortillas
• 2 tablespoons melted butter

Cinnamon Sugar Coating

• ¼ cup granulated sugar
• 1 teaspoon ground cinnamon

Optional Toppings

• Caramel sauce
• Vanilla ice cream
• Whipped cream
• Powdered sugar

Instructions

Step 1: Make the Apple Filling

1. Melt butter in a skillet over medium heat.
2. Add diced apples, brown sugar, cinnamon, nutmeg, and lemon juice.
3. Cook for 5–6 minutes, stirring occasionally, until apples begin to soften.
4. In a small bowl, mix cornstarch and water.
5. Stir the mixture into the apples and cook for another 1–2 minutes until thickened.
6. Remove from heat and allow the filling to cool slightly.

Step 2: Prepare the Tortillas

1. Warm tortillas in the microwave for 15–20 seconds to make them flexible.
2. Place about 2 tablespoons of apple filling near one edge of each tortilla.
3. Roll tightly into taquito shapes.
4. Place seam-side down on a plate.

Step 3: Air Fry

1. Preheat the air fryer to 375°F (190°C).
2. Brush each taquito lightly with melted butter.
3. Arrange in a single layer in the air fryer basket.
4. Cook for 8–10 minutes, flipping halfway through cooking.
5. Air fry until golden brown and crispy.

Step 4: Coat in Cinnamon Sugar

1. Mix granulated sugar and cinnamon in a shallow bowl.
2. While taquitos are still warm, brush lightly with any remaining melted butter.
3. Roll or sprinkle with the cinnamon sugar mixture.

Step 5: Serve

1. Arrange on a serving platter.
2. Drizzle with caramel sauce if desired.
3. Serve warm with vanilla ice cream or whipped cream.

Tips for Success

• Use firm apples such as Honeycrisp, Granny Smith, or Fuji.
• Do not overfill the tortillas or they may burst during cooking.
• Keep taquitos seam-side down while air frying.
• For extra crispiness, lightly spray with cooking oil before air frying.

Variations

Caramel Apple Taquitos

Add 1 tablespoon caramel sauce to the apple filling.

Apple Cheesecake Taquitos

Spread softened cream cheese inside each tortilla before adding the apples.

Apple Pecan Taquitos

Mix ¼ cup chopped pecans into the apple filling.

Apple Cranberry Taquitos

Add ¼ cup dried cranberries for a sweet-tart twist.

Storage

Refrigerator

Store leftovers in an airtight container for up to 3 days.

Freezer

Freeze uncooked taquitos for up to 2 months.

Reheating

Air fry at 350°F (175°C) for 3–4 minutes until crispy and heated through.

Nutrition Information (Per Taquito)

• Calories: 145
• Protein: 2g
• Carbohydrates: 24g
• Fat: 5g
• Saturated Fat: 2g
• Fiber: 2g
• Sugar: 11g
• Sodium: 120mg

FAQs

Can I use canned apple pie filling?

Yes. Chop the apple slices into smaller pieces before filling the tortillas.

Why are my taquitos opening up?

Make sure they are rolled tightly and placed seam-side down in the air fryer basket.

Can I make them ahead of time?

Yes. Assemble the taquitos and refrigerate for up to 24 hours before air frying.

What apples work best?

Honeycrisp, Granny Smith, Fuji, and Gala apples all work well for this recipe.

Notes

• For a richer dessert, serve with warm caramel sauce and a scoop of vanilla ice cream.
• A dusting of powdered sugar makes them look bakery-worthy.
• These taquitos are perfect for parties, family gatherings, or an easy weeknight dessert.