Ingredients

• 3 Pink Lady apples
• 2 tbsp granulated sugar
• 1 tsp cornstarch
• ½ tsp ground cinnamon
• ¼ cup water
• 1 tsp fresh lemon juice
• 1 refrigerated pie crust
• 1 large egg, beaten
• Caramel sauce for drizzling (optional)

Instructions

1. Prepare Filling: Core and dice one apple into small pieces. Combine in a small saucepan with sugar, cornstarch, and cinnamon. Pour in water and lemon juice. Cook over medium heat, stirring occasionally until apple softens and mixture thickens.
2. Prepare Apples: Remove the tops of the remaining two apples. Using a spoon, carefully hollow out the centers, leaving thick walls to hold the filling. Fill each apple with the cooked mixture.
3. Create Crust: On a lightly floured surface, roll out pie crust. Cut into thin strips. Weave strips over the tops of the filled apples to create a lattice pattern.
4. Cook: Brush lattice with beaten egg and dust with additional cinnamon sugar if desired. Air fry at 350°F / 176°C for 14 minutes, or until crust is golden brown and apples are tender.
5. Finish: Allow to cool for 5 minutes. For extra indulgence, drizzle warm caramel sauce over the top before serving.

Tags