Air Fryer Apple Pie Bombs Recipe

Introduction

These Air Fryer Apple Pie Bombs are a delightful, bite-sized twist on a classic dessert. Crispy on the outside and filled with sweet apple pie filling, they’re perfect for a quick treat or sharing with friends. Plus, the air fryer makes them easy and fast to prepare.

Ingredients

• 2 cans Pillsbury Country biscuits (10 pieces per can) or 1 can of Grands biscuits
• 1 cup roughly chopped apple pie filling
• ½ cup melted butter
• ¾ cup granulated sugar
• 2 teaspoons cinnamon

Instructions

1. Step 1: Open the biscuit cans and roll each biscuit into a 4-inch circle with a rolling pin. If using Grands biscuits, split each biscuit into two layers.
2. Step 2: Place 1 tablespoon of apple pie filling in the center of each dough circle. Pull the edges over the filling and pinch to seal. Roll gently into a ball. Place the apple pie bombs in the air fryer basket, spaced about 1 inch apart. Cook in batches.
3. Step 3: Close the air fryer and set the temperature to 380°F. Bake until golden brown, about 5-6 minutes.
4. Step 4: While the first batch is baking, mix the sugar and cinnamon in a medium bowl.
5. Step 5: Transfer the baked apple pie bombs to a cooling rack and repeat the baking process with the remaining bombs.
6. Step 6: Dip the warm bombs in melted butter to coat, then roll them in the cinnamon sugar mixture. Return them to the cooling rack and continue with the remaining bombs.

Tips & Variations

• Use a spoon or small cookie scoop to evenly portion the apple filling for consistent bomb size.
• Substitute apple pie filling with other fruit preserves like cherry or blueberry for a different flavor.
• If you don’t have an air fryer, these can be baked in a preheated oven at 375°F for 12-15 minutes.

Storage

Store cooled apple pie bombs in an airtight container at room temperature for up to 2 days. To reheat, warm them in the air fryer at 350°F for 2-3 minutes or in a conventional oven until heated through to maintain crispness.

How to Serve

Serve this delicious recipe with your favorite sides.

FAQs

Can I use homemade dough instead of biscuit dough?

Yes, you can use homemade pie dough or biscuit dough, but the texture and cooking time may vary. Make sure the dough is rolled to a similar thickness for even cooking.

Do I need to thaw the biscuits before assembling?

Yes, thaw refrigerated biscuit dough according to package instructions before rolling and assembling to ensure the dough is soft and easy to shape.

Air Fryer Apple Pie Bombs Recipe

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• Author: Lily
• Total Time: 25 minutes
• Yield: 20 apple pie bombs 1x

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Description

Air Fryer Apple Pie Bombs are a delightful twist on classic apple pie, featuring flaky biscuit dough filled with sweet apple pie filling, air fried to golden perfection, and coated in cinnamon sugar for a crispy, flavorful treat. These bite-sized desserts are quick to prepare and perfect for a cozy snack or party appetizer.

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Ingredients

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Dough

• 2 cans Pillsbury Country biscuits (10 pieces per can) or 1 can of Grands biscuits

Filling

• 1 cup roughly chopped apple pie filling

Topping

• ½ cup melted butter
• ¾ cup granulated sugar
• 2 teaspoons cinnamon

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Instructions

1. Prepare the Dough: Open the biscuit cans and roll each biscuit into a 4-inch circle with a rolling pin. If using Grands biscuits, split each biscuit into two layers to achieve thinner dough layers for wrapping.
2. Assemble the Bombs: Place 1 tablespoon of apple pie filling in the center of each dough circle. Carefully pull the edges over the filling and pinch them together to seal the filling inside, then gently roll into a smooth ball shape. Arrange the apple pie bombs in the air fryer basket, spacing them about 1 inch apart to ensure even cooking. Cook in batches if necessary.
3. Bake: Close the air fryer and set the temperature to 380°F (193°C). Air fry the bombs until they are golden brown and cooked through, approximately 5-6 minutes per batch.
4. Prepare the Topping: While the bombs are baking, mix the granulated sugar and cinnamon together in a medium bowl to create the cinnamon sugar coating.
5. Continue Baking: Once the first batch has finished baking, use a cooling rack to let the apple pie bombs cool slightly before moving on to the next batch. Repeat the air frying process with any remaining bombs.
6. Finish with Butter and Cinnamon Sugar: Dip each warm apple pie bomb into the melted butter, ensuring it is fully coated, then roll it in the cinnamon sugar mixture until evenly covered. Place the coated bombs back on the cooling rack to set before serving. Repeat for all remaining bombs.

Notes

• Ensure the apple filling does not leak out when sealing the dough by pinching edges firmly.
• If you don’t have an air fryer, these bombs can be baked in a conventional oven at 375°F for 12-15 minutes.
• For extra crispiness, you can brush the bombs with a little additional melted butter before air frying.
• Customize the filling by using other fruit pie fillings like cherry or peach.
• Serve warm for the best flavor and texture.

• Prep Time: 15 minutes
• Cook Time: 5-6 minutes per batch
• Category: Dessert
• Method: Air Frying
• Cuisine: American

Keywords: apple pie bombs, air fryer dessert, cinnamon sugar, quick apple dessert, bite-sized apple pie