Crispy Air Fryer Apple Pie Taquitos: Sweet Bites (Print Version)

Air Fryer Apple Pie Taquitos: Your easy sweet treat! Crispy cinnamon-sugar shells cradle warm apple pie. Quick, delicious dessert youll love.

# Recipe Info:

Prep Time: 15 Minutes minutes
Cook Time: 10 Minutes minutes
Total Time: 25 minutes
Servings: 12 Servings
Difficulty: Beginner
Cuisine: American
Dietary: Vegetarian

# Ingredients:

→ Taquito Base

01 - 12 small flour tortillas (6-inch)
02 - 2 tbsp unsalted butter, melted

→ Apple Pie Filling

03 - 2 medium apples (like Honeycrisp or Granny Smith), peeled, cored, and diced small
04 - 2 tbsp light brown sugar
05 - 1 tsp ground cinnamon
06 - 1/4 tsp ground nutmeg
07 - 1 tsp lemon juice
08 - 1 tbsp cornstarch
09 - 1/2 tsp vanilla extract

→ Cinnamon Sugar Coating

10 - 1/4 cup granulated sugar
11 - 1 tsp ground cinnamon

→ Optional Drizzle

12 - Caramel sauce
13 - Whipped cream
14 - Vanilla ice cream

# Instructions:

01 - First things first, get those apples ready! Peel, core, and dice your apples into small, uniform pieces, about 1/4 to 1/2 inch. This helps them cook quickly and evenly in the filling. I usually just grab whatever apples look good at the market, but seriously, Honeycrisp or Granny Smith are a dream here. Don't stress too much about perfection, but try to keep them consistent for a nice texture. You'll smell that fresh apple goodness already!
02 - In a medium saucepan, combine your diced apples, brown sugar, cinnamon, nutmeg, and lemon juice. Cook this over medium heat, stirring occasionally, until the apples start to soften a bit – maybe 5-7 minutes. Then, whisk in your cornstarch. Keep stirring until the mixture thickens and gets all gooey, like a perfect pie filling. Take it off the heat and stir in the vanilla extract. Let it cool down for a few minutes; it’s a total game-changer for easier rolling, trust me, I've burned my fingers trying to rush this step!
03 - While the filling cools, gently warm your tortillas. You can pop them in the microwave for about 15-20 seconds or quickly heat them in a dry skillet. This makes them pliable and prevents them from cracking when you roll them up. I’ve had many a tortilla disaster trying to roll them cold, so don't skip this! Brush one side of each warm tortilla with a little melted butter. This buttered side will be the outside of your taquito, helping it get super crispy.
04 - Now for the fun part! Place about 1-2 tablespoons of your cooled apple filling (remember, don't overfill!) in a line just below the center of the unbuttered side of each tortilla. Tightly roll the tortilla up from the bottom, making sure the filling is snug. I always try to keep it tight, but not so tight that the filling squishes out the ends. Place them seam-side down on a plate so they don't unroll while you're working on the others. It's a bit like wrapping tiny, delicious presents!
05 - Preheat your air fryer to 375°F (190°C). Place your rolled taquitos seam-side down in a single layer in the air fryer basket. Don’t overcrowd them, hon! Give them some space so the air can circulate, which is key for maximum crispiness. You’ll likely need to work in batches. Air fry for 8-10 minutes, flipping halfway through, until they’re golden brown and wonderfully crispy. They should look irresistible, like they just came out of a carnival stand!
06 - While your taquitos are still warm from the air fryer, quickly whisk together your granulated sugar and ground cinnamon in a shallow dish. Carefully roll each warm taquito in the cinnamon sugar mixture until it’s fully coated. The warmth helps the sugar stick. This step is where they go from 'good' to 'oh my gosh, what is this magic?!' The smell alone is enough to make your mouth water. Serve these Air Fryer Apple Pie Taquitos immediately for the best crispy, warm experience!

# Notes:

01 - Don't overcrowd your air fryer basket; it makes a huge difference for crispiness.
02 - You can prep the apple filling a day ahead and store it in the fridge to save time.
03 - No flour tortillas? Corn tortillas work too, just warm them a bit more to prevent cracking.
04 - A dollop of vanilla bean ice cream with these is seriously next level.

# Equipment Needed:

01 - Air fryer
02 - mixing bowls
03 - small saucepan
04 - pastry brush

# Nutrition (Per Serving):

Calories: 180
Total Fat: 7g
Total Carbohydrate: 28g
Protein: 2g

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