Air Fryer Nutella Toast Pies - Irresistible Bliss - olerecipes.com

Question 1

Can I use a toaster instead of an air fryer?

Accepted Answer

Oh honey, no! I tried this once in a pinch and it was a melty disaster. The air fryer's circulating heat creates that perfect all-over crispiness while gently warming the Nutella inside. A toaster just can't give you that magical combo - plus, the filling tends to leak and make a huge mess (ask me how I know...). If you're really in a bind, a skillet with a bit of butter works better than a toaster, but trust me - the air fryer version is worth the wait! For more air fryer tips, you can check out this guide on how to use an air fryer.

Question 2

Can I freeze the pies for later?

Accepted Answer

I wish! These are definitely a "make-and-eat-now" kind of treat. Freezing changes the bread's texture into something... let's call it "unpleasantly chewy." The Nutella also gets weirdly grainy when thawed. But here's the good news - they take less than 15 minutes to make fresh! Just stash an extra loaf of bread and jar of Nutella in your pantry for instant pie emergencies.

Question 3

How do I prevent soggy pies?

Accepted Answer

After my first few sad, soggy attempts, I cracked the code! First, don't overfill - 2 tablespoons of Nutella max per pie. Second, seal those edges like your dessert depends on it (because it does!). Press firmly with a fork all around. And here's my secret weapon: if your bread feels especially soft, give it a quick 1-minute toast in the air fryer before assembling - just enough to dry it out slightly without browning. Works like a charm every time!

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