Description
Air fryer apple fries are a delicious and healthier twist on traditional fries, perfect for any occasion. These crispy, tender treats are made by coating fresh apple slices in a light cinnamon-sugar breading before air frying them to golden perfection. Ideal as a fun snack or a sweet dessert, kids can easily help in the kitchen with this simple recipe. Serve them warm with your choice of dips like caramel sauce, whipped cream, or yogurt for an extra indulgent experience. Easy to make and bursting with flavor, air fryer apple fries are sure to impress family and friends alike.
Ingredients
Scale
- 2 large apples (Honeycrisp or Granny Smith)
- ½ cup all-purpose flour
- 1 large egg
- 2 tablespoons milk
- 1 cup panko breadcrumbs
- 2 tablespoons granulated sugar
- 1 teaspoon ground cinnamon
- Nonstick cooking spray
Instructions
- Peel and cut the apples into fry-like sticks. Pat dry with paper towels.
- Set up three bowls: one with flour, another with whisked egg and milk, and the last with mixed panko breadcrumbs, sugar, and cinnamon.
- Coat each apple stick by dredging in flour, dipping in the egg mixture, and then covering with the breadcrumb mixture.
- Lightly spray the coated apple fries with nonstick cooking spray and arrange them in a single layer in the air fryer basket.
- Air fry at 380°F (190°C) for 7–9 minutes until golden brown and crispy.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 9 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Frying
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 180
- Sugar: 12g
- Sodium: 150mg
- Fat: 4g
- Saturated Fat: 0.5g
- Unsaturated Fat: 3g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 33g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 2g
- Cholesterol: 30mg