The perfect breakfast isn’t complete without these easy air fryer cherry and apple turnovers. They’re easy to make and whip up in less than 20 minutes!
![cherry turnover split in two showing the gooey insides of cherry pie filling inside](https://chunkyinkentucky.com/wp-content/uploads/2021/08/air-fryer-turnovers-12.jpg)
On busy mornings, I love making breakfast with my air fryer. My family gobbles up Air Fryer Bagel Boats, Pumpkin Spice French Toast , apple cobbler, bananas, and these simple turnovers. Who doesn’t love a simple and delicious quick breakfast?
![ingredients for simple air fryer turnovers including pie filling, confectioner's sugar, puff pastry](https://chunkyinkentucky.com/wp-content/uploads/2021/08/air-fryer-turnovers.jpg)
Contents
Ingredients for air fryer turnovers
- Puff pastry sheet
- cherry/apple pie filling (or pumpkin purée for a yummy pumpkin pie turnovers)
- confectioner’s sugar
- egg (for wash)
![slice puff pastry down the middle](https://chunkyinkentucky.com/wp-content/uploads/2021/08/air-fryer-turnovers-2-796x1024.jpg)
![slice into quarters](https://chunkyinkentucky.com/wp-content/uploads/2021/08/air-fryer-turnovers-3-895x1024.jpg)
![adding pie fillings](https://chunkyinkentucky.com/wp-content/uploads/2021/08/air-fryer-turnovers-5-872x1024.jpg)
![top with egg wash](https://chunkyinkentucky.com/wp-content/uploads/2021/08/air-fryer-turnovers-6-849x1024.jpg)
![seal with a fork](https://chunkyinkentucky.com/wp-content/uploads/2021/08/air-fryer-turnovers-7-703x1024.jpg)
![bake until golden](https://chunkyinkentucky.com/wp-content/uploads/2021/08/air-fryer-turnovers-9-683x1024.jpg)
How to make air fryer turnovers
- thaw puff pastries for 10-15 min.
- cut into quarters
- fill each pastry with a tbsp of fruit filling
- egg wash the sides and seal with a fork
- egg wash the top and cut 2-3 slits before adding to air fryer
- air fry and enjoy
How to make icing for turnovers
Combine the following ingredients for yummy icing, inspired by Betty Crocker.
- 1 cups powdered sugar
- 2 tsp butter, softened
- 1 teaspoon vanilla
- 1 tsp milk
![golden air fryer turnover with icing on top](https://chunkyinkentucky.com/wp-content/uploads/2021/08/air-fryer-turnovers-11.jpg)
Substitutions
You may use any type of fruit pie filling for this recipe.
Top with coarse sugar crystals (before baking) or powdered confectioner’s sugar after cooling.
Make your own icing or use store-bought frosting (I recommend cream cheese).
![apple air fryer turnover with golden crust resting on other turnovers](https://chunkyinkentucky.com/wp-content/uploads/2021/08/air-fryer-turnovers-15.jpg)
Storage
Store leftover turnovers in a sealed, air-tight container in the refrigerator for up to 3 days. Reheat in the oven or air fryer at 325°F.
FAQ
Can I freeze turnovers?
Place the turnovers on a baking sheet in a single layer and freeze until solid. Then store for up to two months in a freezer bag or an airtight container.
Turnovers can be cooked immediately after being taken out of the freezer. It will take a few more minutes for them to bake.
![icing glaze on cherry turnover](https://chunkyinkentucky.com/wp-content/uploads/2021/08/air-fryer-turnovers-16.jpg)
Tips for the perfect air fryer turnovers
Remove puff pastry from the freezer when ready to make.
Thaw puff pastry until it is just moveable – be careful to not over-thaw, or the pastry will fall apart. Thawing should take about 10-15 minutes or so.
Only use a tablespoon of pie filling and do not over-fill.
Add icing after the turnovers have completely cooled.
![air fryer pumpkin pie turnover with bite taken out](https://chunkyinkentucky.com/wp-content/uploads/2021/08/air-fryer-pumpkin-turnover-gooey-300x300.jpg)
Air Fryer Pumpkin Turnovers
Equipment
- Air fryer
Ingredients
Turnover Ingredients
- 1 egg
- 1 puff pastry sheet
- ½ cup pumpkin purée
- 1 tsp pumpkin pie spice
- 2 tbsp coarse sugar
Icing Ingredients (optional)
- 1 cup 1 cups powdered sugar
- 1 tsp butter softened
- ½ tsp vanilla extract
- 1 tsp milk
Instructions
- Preheat air fryer to 350°F. Thaw puff pastries for 10-15 min.
- In a medium bowl, mix pumpkin purée, confectioner's sugar and pie spice.
- Cut pastries into quarters and fill each pastry with a tbsp of pumpkin mix filling.
- Egg wash the sides and seal with a fork.
- Use egg wash to brush the top of each turnover and cut 2-3 slits in the top.
- Top with coarse sugar (optional)
- air fry for 5 minutes. Reduce heat if browning too fast and cook another 5 minutes. Check every 2-3 minutes.
Icing Instructions (optional)
- Add all ingredients to a bowl and whisk. Use a spoon to make strips of icing on top of turnovers.
Notes
Recipe Tips
- Remove puff pastry from the freezer when ready to make.
- Thaw puff pastry until it is just moveable – be careful to not over-thaw, or the pastry will fall apart. Thawing should take about 10-15 minutes or so.
- Only use a tablespoon of pumpkin purée filling as to not overfill each pie.
- Add icing only after the turnovers have completely cooled.
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