Cinnamon Sugar Apple Puff Pastry Donuts
You know those random morning walks when nature hands you free craft supplies and snack inspiration? I came home with pockets full of pretty leaves AND apples… and then genius struck.
What if I wrapped apple slices inside puff pastry… shaped it like a donut… and air baked it?? Cant wait to share apple puff pastry donuts I make in my air fryer but of course you can use regular oven too.Make sure to check my easy homemade puff pastry below too.
BEST. DECISION. EVER.
They puffed up beautifully, the apples softened perfectly, and the cinnamon sugar caramelized like a bakery treat—all in the air fryer!
🛒 Ingredients to make apple puff pastry donuts
- Homemade puff pastry (1 sheet or equivalent) Check my Homemade Recipe HERE
- 1–2 apples (thinly sliced, peel on is fine!)
- 2–3 Tbsp sugar
- 1 tsp cinnamon
- 1 egg (for egg wash)
- Optional: powdered sugar or extra cinnamon sugar for topping
You can use store bought puff pastry for it or make one easy at home . See recipe HERE
🔪 Instructions How to make apple puff pastry donuts
1. Make the cinnamon sugar
Mix sugar + cinnamon in a small bowl.
2. Prep the pastry
Roll out your homemade puff pastry and cut into long strips (about 1 inch wide).
3. Add apples
dip cored apples into sugar and cinammon mix . Coat them really well. That steps bring so much flavor
5. Shape
Gently wrap, twist, or spiral the strip into a donut/flower shape.
6. Egg wash
Brush the top lightly with beaten egg.
7. AIR BAKE or use your oven ..it is good too
450°F for 12 minutes (Or until golden brown and puffed!)
While warm, dust with more cinnamon sugar or powdered sugar.
DONE. Try not to eat all of them in 5 minutes. 😜
💡 Tips & Variations
Add a drizzle of caramel or glaze on top = INSANE. Throw in finely chopped nuts for crunch. Swap apples for pears or peaches! Use brown sugar for deeper flavor. Make mini versions for parties!
🍽 Serving Ideas
✔ Breakfast treat with coffee
✔ Dessert with vanilla ice cream
✔ Afternoon snack with tea
✔ “Look what I made!” moment on Facebook 😂
❄ Storage
They’re best fresh, but you can reheat in the air fryer for 2–3 min to crisp back up!
Other puff pastry and apple desserts on my blog below
Another super easy dessert to make on the go .. See details HERE It is our go to for Thankgiving dessert
This one is my mama version of apple pie .. I love it becaue you dont need to be a pro at making crust! See how easy it is HERE
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