Air Fryer Apples

Looking for air fryer apples that are actually crispy on the outside, soft on the inside, and easy to make? Then you’re going to love these sliced & air fried apples – they go great on (non-dairy) ice cream, in oatmeal, etc. But my favorite way to eat them is just by themselves, with caramel, or with a simple vanilla icing.

Air Fried Apples Ingredients

Apples: The best types of apples for air frying are Granny Smith, Fuji, Pink Lady, Honey Crisp, Gala, and Jonagold. Granny Smith and Fuji apples are recommended because they are firmer and hold their shape well. Pink Lady, Honey Crisp, Gala, and Jonagold are also great options because they are crisp and slightly tart. However, all air fryers and apples are different, so it is important to check the apples early to make sure they don’t overcook and adjust the cooking time as needed. I personally like using cosmic crisp or honey crisp, but if fuji or gala are cheaper, I’ll definitely go with those. 

Cornstarch: Cornstarch is used to help blot up extra moisture and help the apples crisp up on the outside, while staying soft on the inside.

Lemon Juice: Lemon juice helps prevent the apples from oxidizing.

Brown Sugar: Sugar is used to sweeten up the apples, white sugar or coconut sugar can be used instead of brown sugar.

Cinnamon: Cinnamon gives the apples more flavor, a Fall feeling, plus, everything is just better with cinnamon.

How to Make Air Fryer Apples

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Step one: Preheat your air fryer to 375℉.

Step two: Peel and slice each apple into about 15-20 slices and add to your bowl.

Step three: Add the cornstarch to the apples and shake until the apples are well covered.

Step four: Add the lemon juice, brown sugar, and cinnamon and shake again until the apples are evenly coated.

Step five: Spray the air fryer basket with cooking spray, to prevent sticking, and place the apples in a mostly single layer in the air fryer and cook for 15 minutes. Flip the apples with tongs every 5 minutes.

Step six: Repeat step 5 if all of your apple slices did not fit in your air fryer.

Step seven: Allow to cool slightly before enjoying with your favorite sugary dip!

How to Serve

Air fryer apples are a great snack or dessert that can be enjoyed on their own or used as a topping for:

•  Oatmeal
• Pancakes
• ice cream
• And more!

How to Store

To save air fryer apples for later, let them cool completely to room temperature before storing them in an airtight container or zipper bag. It is important to make sure the apples are completely cooled before storing them to prevent moisture buildup, which can cause them to become soggy.

FAQ’s

1. Are there any substitutions I can make in this recipe?
   1. Yes! Many different types of apples can be used, and you can replace the brown sugar with white sugar, just know the white sugar will make the apples stickier once cooked.
2. What type of apple is best for air frying?
   1. The best types of apples for air fryer are fuji, gala, pink lady, honey crisp, cosmic crisp, and granny smith.
3. How thin should the apple slices be?
   1. The apple slices should be between ¼ and ½ inch thick
4. Will the apples soften or crisp up in an air fryer?
   1. Both! The insides will get soft and juicy, and by 15 minutes the apples will have an outside layer starting to crisp up.
5. How do I save and reheat these?
   1. These apples are best when enjoyed fresh from the air fryer. If you need to save leftovers, be sure they are completely cool before storing in the fridge in an air tight container and then reheat in the air fryer or microwave.

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Air Fryer Apples

Shawna Clapper

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These air fryer apples are juicy, crisp, and delicious! They make for a great easy and quick snack or dessert.

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Prep Time 10 minutes mins

Cook Time 15 minutes mins

Total Time 25 minutes mins

Course Appetizer, Breakfast, Dessert, Snack

Servings 3 servings

Equipment

• Air Fryer
• Bowl with lid (or bowl & spoon)
• Tongs
• Cooking Spray (optional but recommended)

Ingredients

  

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• ▢ 3 Apples
• ▢ 3 tablespoons Cornstarch
• ▢ 2 tablespoons Lemon Juice
• ▢ ¼ cup Brown Sugar
• ▢ 2 teaspoons Cinnamon

Instructions

 

• Preheat your air fryer to 375℉.
• Peel and slice each apple into about 15-20 slices and add to your bowl.
• Add the cornstarch to the apples and shake until the apples are well covered.
• Add the lemon juice, brown sugar, and cinnamon and shake again until the apples are evenly coated.
• Spray the air fryer basket with cooking spray, to prevent sticking, and place the apples in a mostly single layer in the air fryer and cook for 15 minutes. Flip the apples with tongs every 5 minutes.
• Repeat step 5 if all of your apple slices did not fit in your air fryer.
• Allow to cool slightly before enjoying with your favorite sugary dip!

Notes

Serve with icing or caramel sauce!
Stop cooking at 10 minutes for softer apples, or cook for the full 15 for crispier apples that are starting to carmelize.

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