Air Fryer Caramel Apple Empanadas 
These Air Fryer Caramel Apple Empanadas are a delightful treat that combines the classic flavors of caramel apples with the convenience of empanadas. With a flaky pie crust enveloping a warm, gooey apple-caramel filling, and a sprinkle of cinnamon sugar, these empanadas are sure to become a favorite dessert or snack.
Prepared in 20 minutes
Cooked in 10 minutes (each batch)
Finished in 30 minutes
servingsv 20
Ingredients:
– 30 ounces refrigerated pie crusts (two 15 oz boxes, 4 crusts total)
– 21 ounce apple pie filling
– 11 ounce Kraft caramels, unwrapped
– 4 tablespoons unsalted butter
– 2 tablespoons granulated white sugar
– 2 teaspoons cinnamon
Instructions:
1. Combine the unwrapped caramels and apple pie filling in a medium saucepan over medium heat. Once the mixture is smooth and the caramels have completely melted, stir often. Take off the heat and put aside.
2. Unroll each pie crust and cut out five circles per pie crust, for a total of twenty circles, using a big coffee mug or a 4″ round cookie cutter.
3. Fill the centre of each dough round with about a spoonful of the apple-caramel filling.
4. Gently flip the dough over to form a half-circle, and then seal the empanadas by pinching the sides together.
5. Melt the butter in a small pot or microwave-safe dish. Melt the butter and brush each empanada with it.
6. Combine the cinnamon and granulated white sugar in a small bowl. Over each empanada, sprinkle the cinnamon sugar mixture.
Set the air fryer’s temperature to 330°F.
8. Using small batches to prevent crowding, put the empanadas into the air fryer’s basket. Cook for ten minutes, or until crispy and golden brown. Since the cooking durations of air fryers might vary, keep a watch on them to avoid scorching.
9. After they are done, take the empanadas out of the air fryer and let them cool a little bit before serving.
10. Savour these mouthwatering Air Fryer Caramel Apple Empanadas warm, topped with a dollop of whipped cream or a scoop of vanilla ice cream, if preferred.