Air Fryer Puff Pastry

These Air Fryer Puff Pastry treats are wonderfully flaky, buttery, and golden. Whether filled with sweet or savory ingredients, they’re quick to make and ready in under 20 minutes.

Ingredients

1 sheet frozen puff pastry, thawed
1 egg, beaten (for egg wash)

Sweet Filling Options

Fruit jam or preserves
Apple pie filling
Nutella
Sweetened cream cheese
Chocolate chips

Savory Filling Options

Ham and cheddar cheese
Spinach and feta
Cooked chicken and cheese
Pizza sauce, mozzarella, and pepperoni
Garlic butter and Parmesan

Instructions

Remove the puff pastry from the freezer and let it thaw according to the package directions.
Preheat the air fryer to 375°F (190°C) for 3 minutes.
Lightly flour your work surface and unfold the pastry sheet.
Cut the pastry into 6–8 squares or rectangles.
Place 1–2 tablespoons of your chosen filling in the center of each piece, leaving a border around the edges.
Fold the pastry over to form rectangles or triangles and press the edges together with a fork to seal.
Brush the tops with beaten egg for a shiny, golden finish.
Place the pastries in the air fryer basket lined with perforated parchment paper, leaving space between each one.
Air fry at 375°F (190°C) for 8–12 minutes, or until the pastry is puffed and deep golden brown.
Carefully remove the pastries and let them cool for 5 minutes before serving.

Tips

Do not overfill the pastries, or the filling may leak during cooking.
Keep the puff pastry cold until you’re ready to use it for the best rise.
Cook in batches if necessary to avoid overcrowding the air fryer basket.
Sprinkle coarse sugar on sweet pastries or grated Parmesan on savory pastries before cooking for extra flavor.

Serving Suggestions

Sweet

Fresh berries
Vanilla ice cream
Whipped cream
Powdered sugar
Chocolate drizzle

Savory

Tomato soup
Green salad
Marinara sauce
Garlic aioli

Storage

Room Temperature: Store for up to 1 day.
Refrigerator: Store in an airtight container for up to 3 days.
Reheat: Air fry at 350°F (175°C) for 2–3 minutes to restore crispness.
Freezer: Freeze baked pastries for up to 2 months.

Prep Time: 10 minutes
Cook Time: 8–12 minutes
Total Time: 20 minutes
Servings: 6–8 pastries
Calories: Approximately 220 calories per pastry (without additional fillings)