Best 5 Air Fryer Pastry Recipes

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With the growing popularity of air fryers, the world of culinary possibilities has expanded to include delectable air fryer pastries. Whether you're a seasoned baker or a novice in the kitchen, the air fryer presents a unique opportunity to create mouthwatering pastries with a crispy exterior and tender, fluffy interior. From golden brown croissants to savory empanadas, the air fryer's ability to circulate hot air ensures an evenly cooked and perfectly textured pastry that will tantalize your taste buds. Explore a world of flavor and versatility as we embark on a journey to uncover the best air fryer pastry recipes, promising an explosion of taste and satisfaction with every bite.

Check out the recipes below so you can choose the best recipe for yourself!

AIR-FRYER PUFF PASTRY DANISHES



Air-Fryer Puff Pastry Danishes image

These simple jam-filled pastries are perfect for a holiday brunch spread. They were my dad's favorite, so the recipe will always be close to my heart. -Chellie Helmke, Jackson Center, Ohio

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Breakfast     Brunch

Time 35m

Yield 1-1/2 dozen

Number Of Ingredients 8

1 package (8 ounces) cream cheese, softened
1/4 cup sugar
2 tablespoons all-purpose flour
1/2 teaspoon vanilla extract
2 large egg yolks
1 tablespoon water
1 package (17.3 ounces) frozen puff pastry, thawed
2/3 cup seedless raspberry jam or jam of choice

Steps:

  • Preheat air fryer to 325°. Beat cream cheese, sugar, flour and vanilla until smooth; beat in 1 egg yolk., Mix water and remaining egg yolk. On a lightly floured surface, unfold each sheet of puff pastry; roll into a 12-in. square. Cut each into nine 4-in. squares., Top each square with 1 tablespoon cream cheese mixture and 1 rounded teaspoon jam. Bring 2 opposite corners of pastry over filling, sealing with yolk mixture. Brush tops with remaining yolk mixture., In batches, place in a single layer on greased tray in air-fryer basket. Cook until golden brown, 8-10 minutes. Serve warm. Refrigerate leftovers.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 197 calories, Fat 12g fat (4g saturated fat), Cholesterol 33mg cholesterol, Sodium 130mg sodium, Carbohydrate 20g carbohydrate (3g sugars, Fiber 2g fiber), Protein 3g protein.

AIR-FRYER HONEYED PEARS IN PUFF PASTRY



Air-Fryer Honeyed Pears in Puff Pastry image

A honey of a salute to late-summer pear season, this cozy dessert looks both elegant and decadent. Wrapped in puff pastry, the pears resemble little beehives. -Heather Baird, Knoxville, Tennessee

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Desserts

Time 40m

Yield 4 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 10

4 small pears
4 cups water
2 cups sugar
1 cup honey
1 small lemon, halved
3 cinnamon sticks (3 inches)
6 to 8 whole cloves
1 vanilla bean
1 sheet frozen puff pastry, thawed
1 large egg, lightly beaten

Steps:

  • Core pears from bottom, leaving stems intact. Peel pears; cut 1/4 in. from the bottom of each to level if necessary., In a large saucepan, combine water, sugar, honey, lemon halves, cinnamon and cloves. Split vanilla bean and scrape seeds; add bean and seeds to sugar mixture. Bring to a boil. Reduce heat; place pears on their sides in saucepan and poach, uncovered, until almost tender, basting occasionally with poaching liquid, 16-20 minutes., Remove pears with a slotted spoon; cool slightly. Strain and reserve 1-1/2 cups poaching liquid; set aside., Preheat air fryer to 325°. Unfold puff pastry on a lightly floured surface. Cut into 1/2-in.-wide strips. Brush lightly with beaten egg. Starting at the bottom of a pear, wrap a pastry strip around pear, adding additional strips until pear is completely wrapped in pastry. Repeat with remaining pears and puff pastry., Place pears in a single layer on greased tray in air-fryer basket. Cook until golden brown, 12-15 minutes., Meanwhile, bring reserved poaching liquid to a boil; cook until liquid is thick and syrupy, about 10 minutes. Place pears on dessert plates and drizzle with syrup. Serve warm.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 536 calories, Fat 18g fat (4g saturated fat), Cholesterol 47mg cholesterol, Sodium 223mg sodium, Carbohydrate 92g carbohydrate (50g sugars, Fiber 9g fiber), Protein 7g protein.

AIR-FRYER HAM AND BRIE PASTRIES



Air-Fryer Ham and Brie Pastries image

Fancy appetizers don't have to be difficult. In fact, this recipe proves it's easy to make something impressive. You can prep these pastries ahead of time and pop them into the air fryer just as your guests arrive. -Jenn Tidwell, Fair Oaks, California

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Appetizers

Time 30m

Yield 16 pastries.

Number Of Ingredients 4

1 sheet frozen puff pastry, thawed
1/3 cup apricot preserves
4 slices deli ham, quartered
8 ounces Brie cheese, cut into 16 pieces

Steps:

  • Preheat air fryer to 350°. On a lightly floured surface, unfold puff pastry. Roll pastry to a 12-in. square; cut into sixteen 3-in. squares. Place 1 teaspoon preserves in center of each square; top with ham, folding it as necessary, and cheese. Overlap 2 opposite corners of pastry over filling; pinch tightly to seal., In batches, place in single layer on greased tray in air-fryer basket. Cook until golden brown, 14-15 minutes. Cool 5 minutes before serving. If desired, serve with additional apricot preserves.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 144 calories, Fat 8g fat (3g saturated fat), Cholesterol 17mg cholesterol, Sodium 192mg sodium, Carbohydrate 13g carbohydrate (3g sugars, Fiber 1g fiber), Protein 5g protein.

AIR FRYER NUTELLA®-STUFFED PASTRY



Air Fryer Nutella®-Stuffed Pastry image

Flaky Nutella®-stuffed pastry that isn't overly sweet, great with a cup of tea.

Provided by Bren

Categories     Desserts     Chocolate Dessert Recipes

Time 30m

Yield 8

Number Of Ingredients 5

1 (10 ounce) can refrigerated biscuit dough (such as Pillsbury Grands Jr.®)
5 tablespoons chocolate-hazelnut spread (such as Nutella®), or more to taste
cooking spray
2 tablespoons salted butter, melted
1 tablespoon powdered sugar, or as needed

Steps:

  • Lightly flour a clean work surface and a rolling pin.
  • Separate each biscuit and roll each dough piece into an 8x3 1/2-inch sheet. Spread 1 1/2 teaspoons chocolate-hazelnut spread down the center of each piece, keeping 1 inch bare at the top and bottom. Fold the top and bottom down towards the center of the sheet. Roll up the remaining dough tightly to create a cigar shape.
  • Preheat the air fryer to 375 degrees F (190 degrees C). Lightly spray the basket with cooking spray.
  • Set pastries into the air fryer basket, seam-side down, leaving at least 2 inches between individual pastries since they will expand. Work in batches depending on the size of your air fryer. Brush tops with butter.
  • Air fry until golden browned and puffed up, about 5 minutes.
  • Transfer pastries to a serving dish. Brush with more butter and lightly dust with powdered sugar.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 191.7 calories, Carbohydrate 22 g, Cholesterol 8 mg, Fat 10.5 g, Fiber 0.2 g, Protein 3 g, SaturatedFat 3.4 g, Sodium 379.5 mg, Sugar 8.8 g

TIKTOK AIR FRYER PINEAPPLE TOAST



TikTok Air Fryer Pineapple Toast image

Despite the name, this pineapple toast doesn't have any pineapple in it. It's the golden, crackly pineapple skin-appearance that gives this dish its name. Soft and sweet with a buttery, crackly topping, this simple pastry has a contrast of textures you won't be able to resist. Inspired by a traditional, Hong Kong bakery-style bolo bao or pineapple bun, this recipe is a fun, easy twist on the Chinese sweet bun, adapted from cristina_yin on TikTok. Milk bread can be found in most Asian bakeries and makes for the softest, lightest base for this single-serve snack.

Provided by Annie Campbell

Categories     Pastries

Time 12m

Yield 1

Number Of Ingredients 5

1 ½ tablespoons butter, softened
1 ½ tablespoons white sugar
2 ½ tablespoons all-purpose flour
1 slice milk bread
1 large egg

Steps:

  • Preheat an air fryer to 200 degrees F (93 degrees C) according to manufacturer's instructions.
  • Use a fork to blend the butter and sugar together in a medium bowl. Mix in flour and combine until smooth, reaching a cookie dough-like texture.
  • Spread the butter mixture evenly over the slice of milk bread, smearing until smooth. Use a knife to score the bread topping with criss-cross lines that resemble a pineapple skin. In a small bowl, beat the egg to form an egg wash. Carefully spread a thin layer over the bread topping.
  • Cook the bread in the preheated air fryer for 4 minutes; turn up the air fryer temperature to 400 degrees F (200 degrees C). Continue to cook bread slice until toasted, 3 to 4 minutes. Serve immediately.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 434.3 calories, Carbohydrate 46.7 g, Cholesterol 231.8 mg, Fat 23.3 g, Fiber 1.1 g, Protein 10.4 g, SaturatedFat 12.7 g, Sodium 363.2 mg

Tips:

  • When using an air fryer to make pastries, it's essential to preheat the air fryer before adding the pastries. This will help to ensure that the pastries cook evenly.
  • To prevent the pastries from sticking to the air fryer basket, lightly grease the basket with cooking spray or line it with parchment paper.
  • Cook the pastries in a single layer so that they have enough space to cook evenly. If you are cooking a large batch of pastries, cook them in batches.
  • Keep an eye on the pastries while they are cooking and adjust the cooking time as needed. The cooking time will vary depending on the type of pastry and the thickness of the pastry.
  • Once the pastries are cooked, remove them from the air fryer and let them cool on a wire rack before serving.

Conclusion:

Air fryers are a great way to make delicious pastries that are crispy on the outside and fluffy on the inside. By following these tips, you can make perfect pastries in your air fryer every time.

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