Crispy Air Fryer Nutella Hand Pies

Quick Overview

These air fryer Nutella pies are flaky puff pastry pockets stuffed with warm melted Nutella. The outside turns golden and crisp while the inside stays soft and gooey. People love this recipe because it takes only four ingredients and comes together faster than a trip to the bakery.

Prep time is 10 minutes. Cook time is 8 minutes. Total time is about 18 minutes. This recipe makes 8 pies and each one has roughly 180 calories.

Ingredients

For the Pies

• 1 sheet puff pastry, thawed
• 1/2 cup Nutella
• 1 large egg (for egg wash)
• 2 tbsp powdered sugar (for dusting)

How to Make Air Fryer Nutella Pies

1. Roll the puff pastry sheet out on a lightly floured surface and cut it into 8 equal squares.
2. Spoon 1 teaspoon of Nutella into the center of 4 of the squares.
3. Beat the egg in a small bowl to make an egg wash.
4. Brush the edges of each Nutella-topped square with egg wash.
5. Place a second pastry square on top of each filled one and press the edges with a fork to seal.
6. Brush the tops of all the pies with the remaining egg wash.
7. Preheat your air fryer to 350°F for 3 minutes.
8. Place the pies in the air fryer basket in a single layer, leaving space between each one.
9. Air fry for 7 to 8 minutes, until the tops are deep golden brown and puffed up.

10. Remove the pies carefully and let them cool for 3 minutes before serving.
11. Dust the warm pies with powdered sugar right before serving.

Pro Tip

The most common mistake is overfilling the pastry, which causes Nutella to leak out and burn during cooking. Stick to one teaspoon per pie and seal the edges firmly with a fork to keep every bit of chocolate inside.

Serving & Storage

Serve these pies warm with a scoop of vanilla ice cream or a side of fresh strawberries for dipping. A drizzle of extra Nutella on top never hurts either.

Store leftover pies in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3 days. For longer storage, freeze the sealed, unbaked pies for up to 2 months and air fry them straight from frozen, adding 2 to 3 extra minutes to the cook time. To reheat baked pies, pop them back in the air fryer at 300°F for 2 to 3 minutes to bring back the crisp texture.

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FAQs

Can I use a different chocolate spread instead of Nutella? Yes, any hazelnut or chocolate spread works the same way in this recipe.

Can I bake these in the oven instead of an air fryer? Yes, bake them at 400°F for 12 to 15 minutes until golden brown.

Why did my pies leak Nutella during cooking? This usually happens when the pastry edges aren’t sealed tightly enough, so press firmly with a fork all the way around before cooking.