Crispy Air Fryer Apples (Printable)

Golden, cinnamon-coated apple slices cooked to perfection in the air fryer for a crispy, healthier dessert.

# What You Need:

→ Apples

01 - 2 large apples, peeled, cored, and cut into 1/4-inch wedges

→ 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 Steps:

01 - Peel, core, and slice the apples into 1/4-inch wedges.
02 - In a bowl, combine melted butter, sugar, and cinnamon. Add apple slices and toss to coat evenly.
03 - In a separate bowl, mix oats or breadcrumbs, flour, and salt until combined.
04 - Dredge the buttered apple slices in the oat mixture, pressing gently to adhere the coating.
05 - Place the coated slices in a single layer in the air fryer basket, working in batches if necessary.
06 - Cook at 375°F for 10–12 minutes, shaking the basket halfway through, until apples are golden and crispy.
07 - Transfer to serving plates and top with whipped cream or vanilla ice cream if desired.

# Helpful Tips:

01 -
  • They hit that perfect sweet crisp craving without turning on your oven or deep frying anything
  • The coating gets beautifully golden while the apples stay tender inside, like tiny apple fritters minus the guilt
02 -
  • Overcrowding the basket is the fastest way to soggy apples—work in batches if needed
  • The coating might seem loose before cooking, but it clings beautifully once the butter activates in the heat
03 -
  • Pat apple slices dry before tossing in butter—excess moisture creates steam instead of crispiness
  • Let them cool for 2 minutes before serving, the coating crisps up slightly as it settles

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