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My air fryer cherry pie from scratch (almost!) is so easy to make and has a golden brown flaky pie crust. Air fried mini cherry pies only take about 15 minutes to bake, meaning you can satisfy your sweet tooth fast. Plus, you can easily substitute other pie fillings in this individual cherry pie recipe if you’d prefer. Get the mini cherry pie recipe, tips on making air fryer cherry hand pies, and more!
These easy mini cherry pies are one of my favorite desserts with cherry pie filling. I know you’re going to love the great flavor!
🥧 How to Make Air Fryer Cherry Pie
Here are the ingredients you need to make cherry pie in the air fryer:
- Refrigerated pie crust (storebought or homemade pie crust rolled 1/8-inch thick and cut to fit the pie tin)
- ½ cup cherry pie filling
- 1 beaten egg (for egg wash)
- Sanding sugar (optional, but adds nice texture and looks good)
- Cooking oil spray
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You can use blueberry pie filling, apple pie filling, or another pie filling as an alternative to individual cherry pies.
You’ll also need a 5” metal pie tin (12.7cm) and a pastry brush for the egg wash. (Yes, you can put a metal pie tin in the air fryer- as long as it fits. This means you can bake a real pie in the air fryer!)
The Ninja Foodi, Cosori, Actifry, Nuwave, Instant Vortex, Philips, Cuisinart, Power Air Fryer, etc. can air fry pies. Check the food early the first time you try a new air fryer recipe since all air fryers cook a bit differently.
How to Make Mini Cherry Pies
Here are the step-by-step instructions to make easy mini cherry pies:
- Preheat the air fryer to 325F (163C) for 5 minutes. Spray the pie pan with cooking spray, and line the bottom with pie crust.
- Fill the bottom crust with the pie filling, and cover with the top crust. Seal the edges of the pie crust together and cut slits in the top crust to vent.
- Brush a thin layer of egg wash over the top of the pie. This is important to help with browning. Sprinkle with sanding sugar if desired.
- Air fry cherry pie at 325F (163C) for 12-18 minutes in the preheated air fryer basket. (Air fryer oven: place pie in the middle of the air fryer.) Allow the pie to cool for 5-10 minutes before eating. (It’s great with a scoop of vanilla ice cream!)
Leftover cherry pie can be stored in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3-4 days. (Since this is a single-serve pie, there probably won’t be leftovers!)
How do you know when cherry pie is done baking?
This air fryer cherry pie is done baking when it is golden brown on top and the filling is hot. Canned cherry pie filling is fully cooked, so it only needs reheating.
If your air fryer doesn’t cook the bottom pie crust well, you have a few options:
- Cover the pie crust edges with foil and continue air frying.
- Instead of a double crust, make pies that are top crust only.
- Make air fryer cherry hand pies or air fryer cherry turnovers instead. (Find more details on these treats in the recipe notes.) This is also a great option if you want to make air fryer cherry pie without a pie tin.
How do you reheat cherry pie in the air fryer?
Reheat cherry pie in an air fryer set to 350F (177C) for 3-5 minutes, or until it is warmed to your liking.
👩🏻🍳 Easy Air Fryer Recipes
Once you have a mini pie tin, you’ve got to try this fried air fryer egg recipe. It’s a reader favorite, and it couldn’t be easier! Here are some more easy air fryer recipes to try:
- Air Fryer Sugar Cookies (from scratch)
- Trader Joe’s Cinnamon Rolls (Air Fryer)
- Air Fryer Onions
- Frozen Fish in Air Fryer
- How to Cook Canned Corned Beef Hash
- Air Fryer Recipes for Beginners
If you’d like, why not check out all the air fryer recipes while you’re here?
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Air Fryer Cherry Pie Recipe (Mini Cherry Pies)
Ingredients
- 1 refrigerated pie crust ⅛-inch thick (0.3cm) and cut to fit the pie tin
- ½ cup cherry pie filling
- 1 large egg, beaten
- sanding sugar (optional but recommended)
- cooking spray
Instructions
- Preheat the air fryer to 325°F (163°C) for 5 minutes. Spray the pie pan with cooking spray, and line the bottom with pie crust.
- Fill the bottom crust with the pie filling, and cover with the top crust. Seal the edges of the pie crust together and cut slits in the top crust to vent.
- Brush a thin layer of egg wash over the top of the pie. This is important to help with browning. Sprinkle with sanding sugar if desired.
- Air fry cherry pie at 325°F (163°C) for 12-18 minutes in the preheated air fryer basket. (Air fryer oven: place pie in the middle of the air fryer.) Allow the pie to cool for 5-10 minutes before eating.
Notes
Air Fryer Cherry Hand Pies
If you like cherry pie filling desserts, you can also make cherry hand pies (AKA cherry empanadas). To make one, cut a 5-inch round of pie dough (12.7cm). Place 2 tablespoons of cherry pie filling in the center of the dough. Carefully fold the circle of dough in half over the filling, crimping the edges closed with a fork. Brush the top of the pie with egg wash, air fry for 9-11 minutes at 350F (175C). Then flip the hand pie, brush with more egg, and air fry 2-4 more minutes at 350F (177C). Be sure to let the hand pie cool for several minutes before eating- it’s very hot!💭 Expert Tips from Dietitian Summer Yule
This is a level 3 recipe (weight maintenance and active lifestyles). Recipes with cherry pie filling tend to have a lot of added sugar, in addition to the fat and white flour in the crust. That said, this is a delicious dessert meant to be enjoyed only on occasion, not as a regular meal. Enjoy without a nutrition lecture 😊 Leftover cherry pie filling is good on yogurt, oatmeal, or as an ice cream topping. It freezes well if you won’t be using it right away. Nutrition information is for one serving (one pie) and varies based on the ingredients you use.
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All recipes on this website may or may not be appropriate for you, depending on your medical needs and personal preferences. Consult with a registered dietitian or your physician if you need help determining the dietary pattern that may be best for you.
The nutrition information is an estimate provided as a courtesy. It will differ depending on the specific brands and ingredients that you use. Calorie information on food labels may be inaccurate, so please don’t sweat the numbers too much.
“To taste” means to your preferences, which may have to be visual to follow food safety rules. Please don’t eat undercooked food x
Nutrition
How long do you cook a frozen pie in the air fryer?
Frozen cherry pie in the air fryer takes 25-45 minutes in an air fryer preheated to 375F (190C). The exact timing depends on your air fryer and the size of the pie. Cover the top of the pie with foil if it is browning too quickly.
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