These Air Fryer Puff Pastry Apple Turnovers are crispy, golden, and filled with a warm, cinnamon-spiced apple filling. The air fryer makes them extra flaky, while the sweet apple center stays soft and delicious. A quick dusting of icing sugar or a simple glaze makes them even better!
Ingredients Needed
- 2 apples, peeled, cored, and diced
- 1 tbsp butter
- 50g brown sugar
- ½ lemon, juiced
- ½ tsp cinnamon
- Pinch of salt
- 1 x puff pastry sheet
- 1 egg, whisked
To finish:
- Icing sugar for dusting, or a simple glaze (icing sugar + water or milk)
How To Make Air Fryer Puff Pastry Apple Turnovers
- Cook the apple filling: Melt the butter in a saucepan over medium-high heat. Add the diced apples and cook for about 4 minutes until soft. Stir in the brown sugar, lemon juice, cinnamon, and salt. Cook for another 2 minutes until the sugar dissolves and the apples start to caramelize. Remove from heat and chill for at least 20 minutes.
- Prepare the pastry: Slice the puff pastry sheet into 4 squares. Place the cooled apple filling in the center of each square on a diagonal.
- Seal the turnovers: Brush the edges with a whisked egg, then fold each square diagonally to form a triangle. Press the edges with a fork to seal.
- Air fry the turnovers: Line the air fryer basket with baking paper and place the turnovers inside. Brush the tops with egg wash. Air-fry at 180°C for 15 minutes until puffed and golden.
- Finish and serve: Dust with icing sugar or drizzle with a simple glaze before serving.
Recipe Tips
- Chill the filling: Cooling the apple mixture before using prevents soggy pastry.
- Alternative baking method: Bake in a preheated 180°C (fan oven) for 15–20 minutes if you don’t have an air fryer.
- Best apples to use: Granny Smith or Honeycrisp work best for a sweet-tart flavor.
How To Store & Reheat Leftovers
In the fridge: Store turnovers in an airtight container for up to 3 days.
In the freezer: Freeze unbaked turnovers in a single layer on a baking sheet until solid, then transfer them to a freezer-safe bag or container. They will keep for up to 3 months. Bake from frozen, adding 2–3 extra minutes to the cooking time.
Reheating: Air fry at 160°C for 3–4 minutes or warm in an oven at 180°C for 5 minutes until crispy again.
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Air Fryer Puff Pastry Apple Turnovers
Description
These air fryer apple turnovers are quick, easy, and absolutely delicious—a perfect treat for any time of day!
Ingredients
To Finish:
Instructions
- Cook the apple filling: Melt the butter in a saucepan over medium-high heat. Add the diced apples and cook for about 4 minutes until soft. Stir in the brown sugar, lemon juice, cinnamon, and salt. Cook for another 2 minutes until the sugar dissolves and the apples start to caramelize. Remove from heat and chill for at least 20 minutes.
- Prepare the pastry: Slice the puff pastry sheet into 4 squares. Place the cooled apple filling in the center of each square on a diagonal.
- Seal the turnovers: Brush the edges with a whisked egg, then fold each square diagonally to form a triangle. Press the edges with a fork to seal.
- Air fry the turnovers: Line the air fryer basket with baking paper and place the turnovers inside. Brush the tops with egg wash. Air-fry at 180°C for 15 minutes until puffed and golden.
- Finish and serve: Dust with icing sugar or drizzle with a simple glaze before serving.