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    Air Fryer Mini Taco Hand Pies

    Published: Nov 23, 2022 · Modified: Feb 28, 2023 by Emily · This post may contain affiliate links · 4 Comments

    These Air Fryer Mini Taco Hand Pies are easy to make and the perfect appetizer or meal for any occasion. They are kid-approved and can be served with your favorite salsa, guacamole, or dipping sauce!

    air fried taco pasties on a plate
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    Why I love These Air Fryer Mini Hand Pies

    I love these Air Fryer Taco Hand Pies (a.k.a taco turnovers or taco pasties) because they are easy to make, are surrounded by flaky buttery pie crust, and are full of taco meat which is one of my go-to ingredients for any weeknight meal.

    I also love this recipe because it can be served with different dipping sauces for even more flavor combinations like sour cream, salsa, or guacamole. Lastly, these mini tacos are kid tested and approved so that's an immediate winner in my book.

    taco hand pie cut in half and dipped in salsa

    Ingredients Needed to Make Mini Taco Pasties

    You really only need a few ingredients to make these taco pasties: taco seasoning, ground beef, egg wash, and pie crust. You can choose to make the pie crust and taco seasoning yourself, or use store-bought.

    How to Make Homemade Taco Seasoning

    Homemade taco seasoning is easier to make than you think and you probably have most, if not all, of the ingredients in your spice cabinet already. Here is what you will need: paprika, garlic powder, ground cumin, onion powder, chili powder, oregano leaves, kosher salt, ground beef, and cornstarch.

    Place all of the ingredients into a small bowl and stir to combine. You can also make a large batch and store the extra for future recipes in an airtight container.

    mini taco pastie made in the air fryer

    How to Make Taco Hand Pies

    Make the Taco Meat

    If you are using store-bought seasoning, follow the instructions on the package. Otherwise, cook the ground beef in a pan until brown and cooked through. Carefully pour out the fat and place the pan back on the stove.

    Add the taco seasoning and water and cook over medium heat for 3-4 minutes. Turn off the heat and allow the taco meat to continue to season while you make the pie crust rounds.

    ground beef taco meat in a pan

    Cut Out Circles in the Pie Dough

    Roll out the pie dough on a floured surface to about ⅛" thick. Using a round cookie cutter, cut out as many 4-5" dough rounds as possible.

    If needed, take the scraps and form a new ball. Roll out the dough one more time and cut out more rounds until you have 8-10 total.

    pie crust round cut outs

    Assemble the Taco Pasties

    Brush the edges of the rounds with egg wash. Spoon about a tablespoon of taco meat in the middle of the dough round and then fold it in half.

    Use a fork to crimp the edges closed. Use a sharp knife to make 3 cuts on the top of the turnovers.

    Beat the egg in a small bowl for the egg wash and brush the egg wash on the top of the turnovers and along the edges.

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    round pie crust cut out
    pie crust round with ground beef on top
    folded, crimped and sliced taco hand pie

    Air Fry the Mini Taco Hand Pies

    Preheat the air fryer at 350°F for 3-4 minutes. Spray the air fryer basket with nonstick spray, add the hand pies, and air fry for 12 minutes or until the crust is golden brown.

    Use tongs to remove the pastries and place them on a wire rack or plate to cool. Repeat with remaining pies.

    taco hand pies in air fryer basket before cooking

    Can You Make Larger Hand Pies?

    Yes, you can make a larger version of these taco turnovers. Of course, you will need to adjust the air fry time to compensate for the larger size.

    air fryer taco hand pies with dipping sauces on the side

    Can I Make These in The Oven?

    You can make these in the oven instead of the air fryer. On a baking sheet lined with silicone or parchment, bake the hand pies at 425°F for 15-20 minutes or until golden brown.

    Which Air Fryer I Use For This Recipe

    I use COSORI Air Fryer. It is perfect for larger families and longer air frying times.

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    If this air fryer is too big for you, check out the COSORI Small Air Fryer or an attachment for the top of the Instant Pot.

    Tips for Making Air Fryer Taco Hand Pies

    • If you want the brownest and flakiest hand pies, place them in the freezer for 15-20 minutes before cooking. This step is optional but does make a difference.
    • Use a sharp knife like a paring knife to make the cuts on the top of the hand pies.
    • Don't forget to spray your air fryer basket so the hand pies don't stick!
    • If you have leftovers, store them in a covered container in the fridge. To reheat, use your air fryer for the best results.
    Air Fryer Mini Hand Pies Recipe
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    taco pasties on a plate

    Air Fryer Mini Taco Hand Pies

    These Air Fryer Mini Taco Hand Pies are easy to make and the perfect appetizer or meal for any occasion.
    5 from 24 votes
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    Prep Time: 20 minutes
    Cook Time: 12 minutes
    Chill Time: 20 minutes
    Total Time: 52 minutes
    Servings: 10 hand pies
    Calories: 207kcal
    Author: EmilyFabulous

    Equipment

    • Medium Frying Pan
    • Air Fryer
    • Rolling Pin
    • 4-5" round biscuit cutter
    • non-stick spray
    • small bowl for eggwash
    • pastry brush
    • non-stick spray

    Ingredients

    Taco Seasoning (or you can use store-bought)

    • 2 teaspoons paprika
    • ½ teaspoons garlic powder
    • ½ teaspoons ground cumin
    • ½ teaspoons onion powder
    • 1 teaspoon chili powder
    • 1 teaspoon oregano leaves
    • 1 teaspoon kosher salt
    • 1 teaspoon cornstarch

    Taco Mini Pies

    • 1 pound ground beef
    • ½ cup water
    • 1 pie crust (homemade or store-bought)
    • 1 large egg (for the egg wash)

    Instructions

    • If you are making homemade taco seasoning, add all of the ingredients to a small bowl and stir to combine. If you are using store-bought seasoning, follow the instructions on the package.
    • Cook the ground beef in a pan until brown and cooked through. Carefully pour out the fat and place the pan back on the stove. Add the taco seasoning and water and cook over medium heat for 3-4 minutes. Turn off the heat and allow the taco meat to continue to season while you make the pie crust rounds.
    • Roll out the pie dough on a floured surface to about ⅛" thick. Using a round cookie cutter, cut out as many 4-5" dough rounds as possible. If needed, take the scraps and form a new ball. Roll out the dough one more time and cut out more rounds until you have 8-10 total.
    • Brush the edges of the rounds with egg wash. Spoon about a tablespoon of taco meat in the middle of the dough round and then fold it in half. Use a fork to crimp the edges closed. Use a sharp knife to make 3 cuts on the top of the turnovers.
    • Beat the egg in a small bowl for the egg wash and brush the egg wash on the top of the turnovers and along the edges.
    • Preheat the air fryer at 350°F for 3-4 minutes. Spray the air fryer basket with nonstick spray. Place 5-6 turnovers in the basket (make sure there is room around each one for the hot air to circulate) and air fry for 12 minutes or until the crust is golden brown. Use tongs to remove the pastries and place them on a wire rack or plate to cool. Repeat with remaining pies.
    • Once cool, serve with your favorite dipping sauces like salsa, guacamole, or sour cream. Enjoy!

    Notes

    • If you want the brownest and flakiest hand pies, place them in the freezer for 15-20 minutes before cooking. This step is optional but does make a difference.
    • Use a sharp knife like a paring knife to make the cuts on the top of the hand pies.
    • Don't forget to spray your air fryer basket so the hand pies don't stick!
    • If you have leftovers, store them in a covered container in the fridge. To reheat, use your air fryer for the best results.
    • You can make these in the oven instead of the air fryer. On a baking sheet lined with silicone or parchment, bake the hand pies at 425°F for 15-20 minutes or until golden brown.
    • Remember to always read the instruction manual and follow what your manufacturer recommends.

    Nutrition

    Serving: 1serving | Calories: 207kcal | Carbohydrates: 16.6g | Protein: 14.9g | Fat: 8.9g | Saturated Fat: 2.3g | Cholesterol: 41mg | Sodium: 402mg | Potassium: 226mg | Fiber: 0.7g | Sugar: 9.3g | Calcium: 12mg | Iron: 9mg

    Any nutrition calculations are only estimates using online calculators. Please verify using your own data.

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    Comments

    1. Rosanna says

      November 27, 2022 at 1:51 am

      5 stars
      These were so delicious! Loved the spices and we had them drizzled with sour cream. Already want them again!

      Reply
      • Emily says

        November 27, 2022 at 9:46 am

        Yum! Thanks, Rosanna😊

        Reply
    2. Camilla says

      November 26, 2022 at 1:10 pm

      5 stars
      They look great! I love Mexican flavours and just purchase an air fryer so I will defiantly give them ago. Thanks for sharing!

      Reply
      • Emily says

        November 27, 2022 at 9:46 am

        Thanks, Camilla! This is a great recipe to break in that new air fryer, enjoy!

        Reply

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