Golden, crispy, and filled with gooey spiced apples, these Easy Air Fryer Caramel Apple Wontons are your shortcut to dessert bliss. Each bite delivers the comforting taste of warm apple pie wrapped in a crackly wonton shell, finished with a drizzle of buttery caramel and a dusting of powdered sugar. Perfect for entertaining or a sweet weeknight indulgence, they feel like something from your favorite cafe—but come together in under 20 minutes at home.
What makes these stand out is the contrast of textures: the tender apple center, the crisp wrapper, and that smooth caramel finish. And thanks to the air fryer, you get that satisfying crunch without deep-frying. They look impressive, taste like fall, and vanish fast. Serve with whipped cream or ice cream for an instant upgrade.
Ingredients for this Easy Air Fryer Caramel Apple Wontons Recipe
- 1 cup peeled and finely chopped apples (Granny Smith or Honeycrisp work best)
- 1 tablespoon granulated sugar
- 1/2 teaspoon cinnamon
- Pinch of nutmeg
- 1 teaspoon lemon juice
- 16 wonton wrappers
- Water (for sealing wrappers)
- Cooking spray
- 1/4 cup caramel sauce, warmed
- Powdered sugar, for dusting
- Optional: whipped cream or vanilla ice cream for serving
Step 1: Make the Apple Filling
In a small bowl, mix the chopped apples with sugar, cinnamon, nutmeg, and lemon juice. Let the mixture sit for 5 minutes to allow the flavors to blend.
Step 2: Fill the Wontons
Place a wonton wrapper on a clean surface. Add about a teaspoon of the apple mixture to the center. Wet the edges with a bit of water using your fingertip, then fold over to form a triangle or pouch shape. Press edges firmly to seal.
Step 3: Prep for the Air Fryer
Lightly spray the air fryer basket with cooking spray. Arrange filled wontons in a single layer, making sure they don’t touch. Lightly mist the tops with cooking spray.
Step 4: Air Fry to Perfection
Cook at 375°F (190°C) for 6-8 minutes, flipping halfway through, until golden brown and crisp.
Step 5: Finish and Serve
Drizzle with warm caramel sauce and dust with powdered sugar. Serve warm with whipped cream or a scoop of vanilla ice cream.
Frequently Asked Questions
Can I use canned apple pie filling instead of fresh apples?
Yes, you can substitute with canned filling to save time. Just make sure to chop it finely to fit well in the wonton wrappers.
Can these be made ahead of time?
You can assemble the wontons and refrigerate them for a few hours before air frying. Avoid storing them overnight, as the wrappers may get soggy.
What kind of caramel sauce works best?
A thick, buttery caramel sauce is ideal. Store-bought or homemade both work well. Warm it slightly before drizzling.
Are these good served cold?
They’re best enjoyed warm for optimal texture and flavor. Reheat briefly in the air fryer if needed.
Can I freeze these?
Yes! Freeze assembled but uncooked wontons on a tray. Once solid, transfer to a freezer bag. Air fry from frozen, adding a couple extra minutes.
What dipping sauces pair well with these?
Vanilla glaze, cinnamon icing, or even a drizzle of chocolate syrup can complement the caramel apple filling beautifully.
Easy Air Fryer Caramel Apple Wontons
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 8 minutes
- Total Time: 18 minutes
- Yield: 16 wontons 1x
- Category: Dessert
Description
Crispy on the outside, warm and gooey on the inside, these Easy Air Fryer Caramel Apple Wontons are the dessert you didn’t know you needed. Ideal for cozy nights, quick entertaining, or spontaneous cravings, this recipe transforms pantry staples into golden bites of joy. Bursting with cinnamon-sugar apples, kissed by caramel drizzle, and finished with powdered sugar, it’s an easy recipe that screams “fall comfort.” If you’re on the hunt for quick breakfast treats, indulgent snacks, or sweet food ideas that don’t require hours in the kitchen, this air fryer dessert hits all the right notes.
Ingredients
1 cup peeled and finely chopped apples (Granny Smith or Honeycrisp)
1 tbsp granulated sugar
1/2 tsp cinnamon
Pinch of nutmeg
1 tsp lemon juice
16 wonton wrappers
Water (for sealing)
Cooking spray
1/4 cup caramel sauce, warmed
Powdered sugar for dusting
Optional: whipped cream or vanilla ice cream
Instructions
- In a bowl, mix chopped apples, sugar, cinnamon, nutmeg, and lemon juice. Let sit 5 minutes.
- Place a wonton wrapper on a clean surface. Add 1 tsp of apple filling in the center.
- Moisten the edges with water. Fold into a triangle or pouch and seal tightly.
- Spray air fryer basket with oil. Place wontons in a single layer.
- Lightly spray tops of wontons. Air fry at 375°F for 6–8 minutes, flipping once.
- Drizzle with warm caramel sauce and dust with powdered sugar.
- Serve with whipped cream or ice cream if desired.