Description
Crispy Air Fryer Apple Pie Taquitos are a quick, sweet snack that combines a crunchy tortilla with a warm apple‑cinnamon filling, creamy vanilla‑infused cheese, and a buttery glaze. This easy air fryer dessert delivers restaurant‑style crispness in minutes, perfect for brunch, holiday gatherings, or a comforting treat that feels both nostalgic and innovative. Ideal for families seeking a handheld apple pie experience without the fuss of baking.
Ingredients
Scale
- 4 large flour tortillas
- 2 cups peeled and diced apples
- 1/2 cup brown sugar
- 1 teaspoon cinnamon
- 1/4 cup vanilla extract
- 1/2 cup cream cheese, softened
- 1 tablespoon butter, melted
- cooking spray or additional butter for brushing
Instructions
- Combine apples, brown sugar, cinnamon, and vanilla extract in a bowl; set aside.
- Spread softened cream cheese on each tortilla, leaving a border.
- Spoon apple mixture onto one side of each tortilla and roll tightly.
- Brush the outside with melted butter or spray with cooking spray.
- Preheat air fryer to 375°F (190°C).
- Place taquitos in a single layer and cook 8‑10 minutes, turning halfway, until golden and crispy.
- Serve warm with ice cream or caramel drizzle.
Notes
- For extra crispness, brush both sides of the taquito with butter before cooking. Allow the taquitos to rest one minute after air frying for optimal texture. Freeze assembled taquitos for later use
- cook from frozen, adding a minute to the cooking time.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 10 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Air Fryer
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 taquito
- Calories: 250
- Sugar: 30g
- Sodium: 150mg
- Fat: 12g
- Saturated Fat: 6g
- Unsaturated Fat: 4g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 35g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 3g
- Cholesterol: 30mg
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