Crispy Air Fryer Apples (Printable Version)

Tender apple slices with crispy cinnamon-sugar coating, air-fried to golden perfection in just 22 minutes.

# What You Need:

→ Apples

01 - 2 large apples, peeled, cored, and sliced into 1/4-inch wedges (Honeycrisp, Granny Smith, or Fuji)

→ Coating

02 - 2 tablespoons unsalted butter, melted
03 - 2 tablespoons granulated sugar
04 - 1 teaspoon ground cinnamon
05 - 1/4 cup quick oats or gluten-free breadcrumbs
06 - 2 tablespoons all-purpose flour or gluten-free flour
07 - Pinch of salt

→ Optional Topping

08 - Whipped cream or vanilla ice cream, for serving

# How to Make It:

01 - Peel, core, and slice the apples into 1/4-inch wedges for even cooking and maximum crispiness.
02 - In a medium bowl, whisk together melted butter, granulated sugar, and ground cinnamon until smooth and fully combined.
03 - Add the apple wedges to the cinnamon butter mixture. Toss gently but thoroughly to ensure every slice is evenly coated.
04 - In a separate bowl, combine quick oats (or breadcrumbs), flour, and salt. Mix well to distribute ingredients evenly.
05 - Working in batches, press each buttered apple slice into the dry mixture, turning to coat completely on all sides for a crispy crust.
06 - Place the coated apple slices in a single layer in the air fryer basket, ensuring pieces do not overlap for proper air circulation.
07 - Cook at 375°F for 10–12 minutes, shaking the basket halfway through cooking time. The apples are done when golden brown and crispy.
08 - Transfer to a serving plate and enjoy warm. Top with whipped cream or vanilla ice cream if desired for extra indulgence.

# Expert Advice:

01 -
  • They satisfy that apple pie craving in under 25 minutes without turning on your oven or heating up the whole house
  • The air fryer creates this incredible crunch that you just cannot get from baking, almost like a tiny caramelized apple chip
02 -
  • Overcrowding the air fryer basket is the number one mistake people make, leading to soggy apples instead of crispy ones
  • The coating needs that initial butter soak to adhere properly, so do not skip tossing the apples in the cinnamon butter first
03 -
  • Pat your apple slices dry with paper towels before coating them, excess moisture prevents proper crisping
  • Let the coated apples sit for about 5 minutes before air frying to help the coating set and stick better

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