Description
Crispy Air Fryer Apple Fries are a delightful twist on traditional fries, offering a sweet and crunchy snack that everyone will love. Made with fresh apple slices coated in a spiced breadcrumb mixture, these air-fried treats boast a golden, crispy exterior while remaining tender inside. Perfect for parties, as a healthy dessert, or simply as a fun way to enjoy fruit, these apple fries can be paired with caramel sauce or vanilla yogurt for indulgent dipping. With minimal preparation and cooking time, they are an easy go-to for any occasion.
Ingredients
- 2 large apples (Granny Smith or Honeycrisp)
- 1/2 cup all-purpose flour
- 2 large eggs, beaten
- 1 cup panko breadcrumbs
- 2 teaspoons cinnamon
- 2 tablespoons granulated sugar
- Cooking spray
Instructions
- Peel and slice apples into wedges about 1/2 inch thick, removing the core.
- Mix cinnamon and sugar in a small bowl; set aside.
- Set up three bowls: one with flour, one with beaten eggs, and the last with panko breadcrumbs mixed with half of the cinnamon-sugar.
- Coat each apple slice in flour, then egg, and finally the breadcrumb mixture.
- Preheat air fryer to 375°F (190°C) for 3 minutes. Arrange apple slices in a single layer in the air fryer basket and lightly spray with cooking spray.
- Air fry for 8 to 10 minutes until golden brown and crispy, flipping halfway through.
- Serve immediately sprinkled with remaining cinnamon-sugar mixture alongside dipping sauces.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 10 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Frying
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 3 apple fries (60g)
- Calories: 155
- Sugar: 8g
- Sodium: 150mg
- Fat: 5g
- Saturated Fat: 1g
- Unsaturated Fat: 4g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 24g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 3g
- Cholesterol: 30mg
Keywords: For extra flavor, consider adding nutmeg to the breadcrumb mixture or experimenting with different dipping sauces like chocolate or nut butter. Make sure not to overcrowd the air fryer to ensure even cooking.