Air Fryer Apple Taquitos

Why You’ll Love This Recipe

These taquitos combine everything you love about apple pie—sweet spiced apples and buttery pastry—in a quick, easy-to-eat form. The air fryer delivers a perfectly crisp texture with far less oil, and the cinnamon-sugar coating makes them completely addictive. Serve them with caramel sauce or vanilla ice cream for a dessert that’s both casual and crowd-pleasing. Bonus: they’re ready in under 30 minutes!

Ingredients

(Tip: You’ll find the full list of ingredients and measurements in the recipe card below.)

small flour tortillas
apple pie filling (homemade or canned, chopped)
ground cinnamon
granulated sugar
butter (melted)
cooking spray (for air fryer basket)
optional: caramel sauce, whipped cream, or vanilla ice cream for serving

Directions

1. Preheat the air fryer to 375°F (190°C) for 3–5 minutes.
2. Chop the apple pie filling into small pieces if using canned filling, for easier rolling.
3. Assemble the taquitos: Spoon 2–3 tablespoons of apple pie filling onto the lower third of each tortilla. Roll tightly and place seam-side down.
4. Brush with butter: Lightly brush the outside of each taquito with melted butter.
5. Air fry: Spray the air fryer basket with cooking spray. Place taquitos in a single layer, seam-side down. Air fry for 6–8 minutes, flipping halfway through, until golden brown and crispy.
6. Cinnamon-sugar coating: While still warm, roll or sprinkle the taquitos with a mix of cinnamon and sugar.
7. Serve: Enjoy warm with caramel drizzle, whipped cream, or a scoop of vanilla ice cream.

Servings and timing

This recipe makes 6–8 taquitos and takes about 10 minutes to prep and 8–10 minutes to cook. Total time: approximately 20 minutes.

Variations

• Use fresh apples: Sauté chopped apples with cinnamon, sugar, and a little butter until soft for a homemade filling.
• Add nuts: Mix chopped pecans or walnuts into the filling for crunch.
• Use puff pastry: For a flakier texture, roll the filling in puff pastry sheets (adjust air fry time as needed).
• Make it vegan: Use vegan butter and tortillas.
• Add caramel inside: Drizzle a bit of caramel sauce over the filling before rolling for extra indulgence.

Storage/Reheating

Store leftover taquitos in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3 days. Reheat in the air fryer at 350°F (175°C) for 3–4 minutes to crisp them up again. These taquitos are best enjoyed fresh but can also be frozen before air frying and cooked from frozen (add 2–3 minutes to the cook time).

FAQs

Can I use corn tortillas?

Corn tortillas may crack when rolled—flour tortillas are recommended for flexibility and flavor.

What apples work best for homemade filling?

Granny Smith, Honeycrisp, or Fuji are great choices for their balance of sweetness and texture.

Can I bake these instead?

Yes! Bake at 400°F (200°C) for 10–12 minutes or until golden and crispy.

How do I keep them from unrolling?

Place them seam-side down in the air fryer and don’t overfill the tortillas.

Can I make these ahead of time?

Yes, assemble and refrigerate them ahead of time. Air fry just before serving.

Are these sweet or savory?

They are sweet, like a mini apple pie rolled in cinnamon sugar.

What dipping sauces go well with them?

Caramel sauce, chocolate sauce, or vanilla glaze all pair perfectly.

Can I make them gluten-free?

Yes, use gluten-free tortillas and ensure your pie filling is GF-friendly.

Can I use homemade apple pie filling?

Absolutely! Just make sure it’s thick enough to stay in the taquito when rolled.

Do I need to preheat the air fryer?

Yes, a quick preheat helps the taquitos get evenly crisp and golden.

Conclusion

Air Fryer Apple Taquitos are a fast, fun, and flavorful dessert that’s as easy to make as it is to love. With crispy golden shells, warm apple filling, and a sweet cinnamon-sugar finish, they’re everything you crave in a fall-inspired treat. Whether served at a party, family dinner, or as a quick weeknight dessert, these taquitos are sure to be a hit.

Air Fryer Apple Taquitos

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Air Fryer Apple Taquitos are crispy flour tortillas filled with gooey apple pie filling, rolled up, and coated in cinnamon sugar. Air-fried to golden perfection, they’re an easy, handheld dessert perfect for fall or anytime you’re craving apple pie flavors without the fuss.

• Author: Laura
• Prep Time: 10 minutes
• Cook Time: 8–10 minutes
• Total Time: 20 minutes
• Yield: 6–8 taquitos
• Category: Dessert
• Method: Air Fryer
• Cuisine: American
• Diet: Vegetarian

Ingredients

• 6–8 small flour tortillas
• 1 1/2 cups apple pie filling (homemade or canned, chopped into small pieces)
• 2 tbsp butter, melted
• 1/4 cup granulated sugar
• 1 tsp ground cinnamon
• Cooking spray (for air fryer basket)
• Optional toppings: caramel sauce, whipped cream, vanilla ice cream

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Instructions

Preheat air fryer to 375°F (190°C) for 3–5 minutes.

1. If using canned filling, chop apples into small pieces for easier rolling.
2. Spoon 2–3 tbsp of filling onto the lower third of each tortilla. Roll tightly and place seam-side down.
3. Brush the outsides with melted butter.
4. Spray air fryer basket with cooking spray. Arrange taquitos seam-side down in a single layer.
5. Air fry 6–8 minutes, flipping halfway, until golden and crisp.
6. In a shallow dish, mix sugar and cinnamon. Roll warm taquitos in the mixture or sprinkle on top.
7. Serve warm with caramel drizzle, whipped cream, or ice cream.

Notes

1. Don’t overfill tortillas, or they may unroll or leak filling.
2. Preheating the air fryer ensures even crisping.
3. For homemade filling, cook diced apples with butter, cinnamon, and sugar until tender.
4. Use flour tortillas—corn tortillas may crack.
5. For extra indulgence, add caramel inside before rolling.

Nutrition

• Serving Size: 1 taquito
• Calories: 180
• Sugar: 12g
• Sodium: 190mg
• Fat: 7g
• Saturated Fat: 3g
• Unsaturated Fat: 3g
• Trans Fat: 0g
• Carbohydrates: 27g
• Fiber: 2g
• Protein: 3g
• Cholesterol: 10mg