Air Fryer Vegan Apple Pie
Add Preferred SourceThe moment I pulled this Air Fryer Vegan Apple Pie out of the basket, that golden lattice crust with amber filling bubbling through every gap was one of the most beautiful things in my kitchen. The sweet, cinnamon-spiced apples are tender and the crust is perfectly flaky. It comes together faster than the oven version without sacrificing a single thing.
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I make this for Thanksgiving, Christmas, and fall gatherings because it’s a classic, beloved dessert that always has a place on the holiday table and is always the first thing gone. It’s easy to make ahead and comes together quickly, which makes it so much more practical on busy cooking days. Store covered at room temperature for up to 2 days, in the fridge for up to 4 days, or freeze for up to 3 months.
Ingredients You’ll Need
You’ll need all the ingredients shown in the photograph below.
How to Make Air Fryer Vegan Apple Pie with Step-By-Step Instructions
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Here’s exactly how to pull this pie together from start to finish, one easy step at a time.
Cook the Apple Filling
Add the apples to a large saucepan. I always use this heavy-bottomed saucepan, which is perfect for cooking down the filling without any spillover.
Stir in the lemon juice, sugar, flour, cinnamon, margarine, and vanilla. Cook over medium heat for about 10 to 15 minutes, stirring often, until the apples begin to soften. Remove from heat and set aside.
Preheat the Air Fryer
Preheat the air fryer to 180ºC (350°F). An oven thermometer helps you confirm your air fryer is hitting the right temperature before you bake.
Prepare the Bottom Crust
On a floured surface, roll out the bottom crust to about 12 inches in diameter. Transfer it to a 9-inch pie pan, trimming any excess dough. I like using my 9-inch ceramic pie dish; it’s ideal for getting even heat distribution through the crust.
Add the apple filling, mounding it slightly in the center.
Add the Lattice Top
Cut the second crust into thick slices and arrange them over the filling in a lattice pattern. Brush the top with non-dairy milk. A pastry brush with silicone bristles, like this one, makes it easy to apply an even coat across the lattice without soaking the dough.
Bake the Pie
Bake in the air fryer at 180ºC (350°F) for about 25 minutes, or until the crust is golden and the apple filling is bubbling. If the crust starts to brown too quickly, cover the edges to protect them while the center finishes cooking.
Cool Before Slicing
Let the pie cool at room temperature for 30 minutes to allow the filling to thicken.
Serve and Enjoy your Air Fryer Apple Pie
Serve with whipped cream or non-dairy ice cream. Coconut whipped cream from a can is a great option and takes zero extra effort.
Air Fryer Vegan Apple Pie travels really well once fully cooled. Cover it loosely with foil and transport it in a round insulated pie carrier to keep it level and protected on the way to your gathering.
Ingredients
- 2 vegan pie crusts
- 4-5 medium-sized apples peeled and sliced
- 1 tablespoon lemon juice
- 2 tablespoons vegan butter margarine
- ½ cup granulated sugar
- 3 tablespoons all-purpose flour
- 1 teaspoon ground cinnamon
- 1 teaspoon pure vanilla extract
- 2 tablespoons non-dairy milk for brushing pie crust
Instructions
- Add the apple to a large saucepan. Stir in lemon juice, sugar, flour, cinnamon, margarine, and vanilla. Cook over medium heat for about 10-15 minutes, stirring often, until the apples begin to soften. Remove from heat and set aside.4-5 medium-sized apples, 1 tablespoon lemon juice, 2 tablespoons vegan butter, ½ cup granulated sugar, 3 tablespoons all-purpose flour, 1 teaspoon ground cinnamon, 1 teaspoon pure vanilla extract
- Preheat the Oven to 180ºC (350°F).
- On a floured surface, roll out the bottom crust to about 12 inches in diameter. Transfer it to a 9-inch pie pan, trimming any excess dough. Add the apple filling, mounding it slightly in the center.2 vegan pie crusts
- Cut the other crust into thick slices and place them on top of the pie – you can make a lattice pattern. Brush with non-dairy milk.2 tablespoons non-dairy milk
- Bake in the air fryer at 180ºC (350°F) for about 25 minutes, or until the crust is golden and the apple filling is bubbling. If the crust browns too quickly, cover the edges with a pie shield.
- Let the pie cool for 30 minutes at room temperature to thicken.
- Serve with vegan whipped cream or non-dairy ice cream and enjoy.
Notes
- Slice the apples evenly: Try to cut your apple slices to a similar thickness so they cook down at the same rate during the stovetop step.
- Don’t skip the stovetop step: Pre-cooking the filling for 10 to 15 minutes over medium heat drives off excess moisture so the finished pie doesn’t end up watery or undercooked in the center.
- Mound the filling slightly: Pile the filling a little higher in the center of the pie before adding the lattice top. The apples will settle as they bake, and the pie will look full and even once sliced.
- Protect the crust edges: Air fryers can run hot, so keep a pie crust shield nearby and use it if the edges start browning before the 25 minutes are up.
- Cool for the full 30 minutes: It’s tempting to slice into it right away, but letting the pie rest at room temperature for 30 minutes lets the filling firm up so your slices hold their shape.
- Freeze slices individually: Flash-freeze the cut slices on a lined baking sheet for about an hour, then wrap and store them. They won’t stick together, and you can grab just one slice at a time whenever you want a piece.
Nutrition
How to Store Leftovers
Cover any leftover pie loosely with foil or plastic wrap and store it at room temperature for up to 2 days, or transfer it to the fridge in an airtight glass container and it’ll keep for up to 4 days. Warm individual slices in the air fryer at 160ºC (320°F) for a few minutes to bring the crust back to life.
To freeze, wrap the whole pie or individual slices tightly in plastic wrap, then place them in a freezer-safe bag or container for up to 3 months. Thaw overnight in the fridge, then reheat.
What to Serve With Air Fryer Vegan Apple Pie
A scoop of non-dairy vanilla ice cream melting over a warm slice is hard to beat, and coconut whipped cream is just as good if you want something lighter. A drizzle of warm caramel sauce or a dusting of cinnamon sugar on top takes it from a simple dessert to something that feels really special.
For a full dessert spread, pair it alongside other fruit-based desserts like a berry crumble or poached pears. It also works beautifully as a finale to a cozy fall dinner with roasted vegetables and warm grain dishes on the table.
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