Air Fryer Deep Fried Entenmann’s Cherry Pie

If you have a box of snack pies in the pantry and three spare minutes, this is about to become your favorite shortcut dessert. Air Fryer Deep Fried Entenmann’s Cherry Pie takes a store-bought cherry snack pie and gives it a hot, crackly, almost deep-fried crust — no pot of oil, no mess, no waiting. The air fryer’s circulating heat crisps the outside while the cherry filling turns warm and jammy in the center. The whole kitchen ends up smelling like a bakery, and it genuinely takes minutes.

The best part? You don’t need a recipe so much as a method. It works on practically any individually wrapped fruit pie — Entenmann’s, Hostess, or the store brand. And if you decide you’d rather build one from scratch, I’ve got you covered there too: try my Air Fryer Easy Cherry Pie for a full flaky-crust version, or these Air Fryer Cherry Hand Pies and Air Fryer Mini Cherry Pies when you want something a little more homemade.

Why You’ll Love This

• Fast. Start to finish in under 6 minutes, including prep.
• No oil, no deep fryer. You get that crisp, fried-pie texture from hot air alone.
• Works with any brand. Entenmann’s, Hostess, McDonald’s-style pies, store brand — they all crisp up beautifully.
• Kid-approved. This started as one of my kids’ favorite after-school snacks and it never misses.
• Barely any cleanup. One basket, maybe a square of parchment, and you’re done.

Ingredients

You really only need one thing:

• 4 store-bought snack pies (Entenmann’s cherry, or any flavor/brand you like)

That’s it. Everything else — ice cream, caramel, a dusting of powdered sugar — is optional and totally up to you.

How to Make Air Fryer Deep Fried Entenmann’s Cherry Pie

Step 1: Unwrap the pies. Remove the snack pies from their packaging. If yours are individually wrapped, unwrap each one.

Step 2: Load the basket. Place the pies into the air fryer basket in a single layer, leaving a little space between each one so the hot air can circulate. If your pies are heavily glazed, lay down a piece of parchment paper first to make cleanup easier.

Step 3: Air fry. Set the temperature to 320°F (160°C) and cook for 3–4 minutes. There’s no need to flip.

Step 4: Cool slightly, then serve. Let the pies rest for 1–2 minutes — the filling is molten right out of the basket. Then plate, serve, and enjoy.

Some Other Pies That This Recipe Will Work WTips for the Best Air Fried Snack Pies

• Watch the glaze. Glazed pies can bubble and brown fast. Start checking at the 3-minute mark.
• Don’t overcrowd. Air needs room to move. Cook in batches rather than stacking pies.
• Every air fryer is different. Basket-style models and oven-style models run differently, so treat 320°F for 3–4 minutes as a starting point and adjust to your machine.
• Let the filling set. That 1–2 minute rest matters — it keeps you from burning your mouth and lets the crust firm up.

Which Pies Work With This Method?

Pretty much any cold, store-bought snack pie. Some favorites:

• Entenmann’s cherry (and any other Entenmann’s flavor)
• Hostess fruit pies
• Store-brand and generic snack pies
• McDonald’s-style fried pies — if you love those, you’ll also love this Air Fryer Copycat McDonald’s Apple Pie
• Frozen turnovers — see my full guide to Air Fryer Frozen Fruit Puff Pastry Turnovers for times and tips

Prefer apple over cherry? These Easy Air Fryer Apple Turnovers and Air Fryer Cherry Turnovers are the same easy, crispy idea with puff pastry.

What to Serve With Fried Cherry Pie

Honestly? Anything. My go-to is a scoop of vanilla ice cream melting over the warm crust. Other favorites:

• A drizzle of caramel or chocolate sauce
• A dusting of powdered sugar
• A dollop of whipped cream
• A hot cup of coffee for the full bakery-counter experience

How to Reheat Pie in the Air Fryer

The air fryer is hands-down the best way to reheat a leftover slice or snack pie — far better than the microwave, which leaves the crust soggy. No matter what type of pie it is, the method is the same:

1. Set your air fryer to 320°F (160°C).
2. Place the pie inside.
3. Air fry for 2–3 minutes, until warmed through and crisp.

The crust comes back to life and the filling warms gently without drying out.

Storage

These are best eaten fresh and warm, but if you have leftovers, store cooled pies in an airtight container at room temperature for up to 2 days, or in the fridge for up to 4. Re-crisp them using the reheating method above.

Frequently Asked Questions

Can you put an Entenmann’s pie in the air fryer? Yes. Unwrap it, place it in the basket, and air fry at 320°F for 3–4 minutes. The crust crisps up and the filling warms through.

Do I need to preheat the air fryer? Not necessarily for a quick warm-and-crisp like this. If your model runs cool, a 2–3 minute preheat helps with even browning.

Are these actually deep fried? No oil required — that’s the magic. The air fryer mimics that deep-fried, crispy-crust texture using hot circulating air, so you get the crunch without the grease.

Can I make these from scratch instead? Absolutely. Try my Air Fryer Easy Cherry Pie, Air Fryer Cherry Crumb Pie, or Air Fryer Cherry Oatmeal Pies when you have a little more time.

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