Crispy Air Fryer Apple Fries Recipe
Crispy Air Fryer Apple Fries are a delightful and healthier treat featuring tender apple wedges coated in a cinnamon-sugar spiced breadcrumb crust and air fried to golden perfection. Served with optional caramel sauce or vanilla yogurt, they make a perfect snack or dessert that’s quick to prepare and irresistibly delicious.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 10 minutes
- Total Time: 25 minutes
- Yield: 4 servings 1x
- Category: Snack, Dessert
- Method: Air Fry
- Cuisine: American
- Diet: Vegetarian
Ingredients
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Apple Fries
- 2 large apples (Granny Smith, Honeycrisp, or your favorite variety)
- 1/2 cup all-purpose flour
- 2 large eggs, beaten
- 1 cup panko breadcrumbs (or regular breadcrumbs)
- 2 teaspoons cinnamon
- 2 tablespoons granulated sugar
- Cooking spray, as needed
Dipping Sauce (Optional)
- 1/2 cup caramel sauce
- 1/2 cup vanilla yogurt (for a lighter option)
Instructions
- Prepare the Apples: Peel the apples if desired and slice them into wedges about 1/2 inch thick. Remove the core and seeds. In a small bowl, combine the cinnamon and sugar, then set this mixture aside.
- Set Up the Breading Station: Place the flour in one bowl, the beaten eggs in another, and the panko breadcrumbs in a third bowl. Stir half of the cinnamon-sugar mixture into the breadcrumbs so that the coating is evenly flavored.
- Coat the Apple Slices: Dredge each apple slice first in the flour, shaking off any excess. Dip it into the beaten eggs, ensuring full coverage, then press the slice firmly into the cinnamon-sugar spiced breadcrumbs. Repeat this process for all apple slices to ensure an even coating.
- Air Fry: Preheat your air fryer to 375°F (190°C) for about 3 minutes. Arrange the coated apple slices in a single layer inside the air fryer basket. Lightly spray them with cooking spray to help achieve a crispy texture. Air fry for 8 to 10 minutes, flipping halfway through, until they are golden brown and crispy.
- Serve: Once cooked, immediately sprinkle the apple fries with the remaining cinnamon-sugar mixture for extra sweetness and flavor. Serve hot with optional caramel sauce or vanilla yogurt dip.
Notes
- Use tart apples like Granny Smith for a nice balance against the sweetness.
- For gluten-free, substitute all-purpose flour and breadcrumbs with gluten-free alternatives.
- Ensure the apple slices are evenly coated for maximum crispiness.
- Do not overcrowd the air fryer basket to allow proper air circulation.
- Adjust cooking time slightly based on your air fryer model and the thickness of the apple slices.
- For a lower-calorie dip, use vanilla yogurt instead of caramel sauce.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving (about 6 apple fries)
- Calories: 180 kcal
- Sugar: 14 g
- Sodium: 150 mg
- Fat: 4 g
- Saturated Fat: 1 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 2.5 g
- Trans Fat: 0 g
- Carbohydrates: 34 g
- Fiber: 3 g
- Protein: 2 g
- Cholesterol: 40 mg
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