Description
Crispy Air Fryer Apple Fries are a delightful snack or dessert that mimics the crunch of fried treats with less oil. These apple fries are coated in a cinnamon-sugar panko mixture and air-fried until golden and tender, offering a perfect balance of sweet and spiced flavors.
Ingredients
Scale
- 3 large apples, peeled and cut into 1/2 inch wedges
- 1/2 cup all-purpose flour
- 1 tablespoon apple pie spice
- 5 tablespoons ground cinnamon, divided
- 2 large eggs
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 1/4 cup brown sugar
- Olive oil nonstick cooking spray
- Caramel sauce or powdered sugar glaze (optional, for serving)
Instructions
- Prepare the apples: Select firm apples like Granny Smith or Honeycrisp. Peel, core, and slice them into uniform ½-inch thick fry-shaped sticks. Soak apple sticks in cold water with lemon juice for 5 minutes to prevent browning and improve coating adherence.
- Set up dredging station: Prepare three shallow bowls. Bowl 1: all-purpose flour. Bowl 2: beaten eggs and vanilla extract. Bowl 3: panko breadcrumbs, 4 tablespoons cinnamon, and a pinch of sugar. Add a tablespoon of cornstarch to the flour for extra crispiness.
- Coat apple fries: Pat apple sticks dry. Dredge each stick in flour, then dip in egg, and finally coat thoroughly in the spiced panko mixture. Place coated fries on a parchment-lined tray.
- Preheat air fryer: Preheat your air fryer to 380°F (193°C) for about 3 minutes.
- Arrange in basket: Lightly spray the air fryer basket with cooking oil. Arrange coated apple fries in a single layer, ensuring they do not touch for proper air circulation. Cook in batches if necessary.
- Cook: Air fry at 380°F for 8-10 minutes, flipping halfway through. Cook until golden brown and crispy. Check for doneness at 8 minutes; the interior should be tender.
- Serve: Remove apple fries and let cool for a minute on a wire rack. Serve warm with caramel sauce or powdered sugar glaze if desired.
Notes
- Use firm apples like Gala or Honeycrisp for the best texture.
- A double coating ensures a crispy texture.
- Serve immediately for optimal crispness or reheat briefly in the air fryer.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 12 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Air Fryer
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 180
- Sugar: 30g
- Sodium: 50mg
- Fat: 2g
- Saturated Fat: 0.5g
- Unsaturated Fat: 1.5g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 40g
- Fiber: 4g
- Protein: 2g
- Cholesterol: 35mg