Description
These Crispy Air Fryer Apple Fries offer a delightful and healthier alternative to traditional fried desserts. Using tart Granny Smith apples, coated in a spiced flour and powdered sugar mixture, then air fried to golden perfection, they are a perfect sweet and crunchy treat for any occasion.
Ingredients
Scale
Apples
- 2 pieces Granny Smith apples (Tart apples work best for flavor)
Coating
- 1/2 cup All-purpose flour
- 1/2 cup Powdered sugar (Divided for coating)
- 1 teaspoon Ground cinnamon
- 1/2 teaspoon Ground nutmeg
- 1/2 teaspoon Ground cloves
Other
- Cooking oil spray (for spraying the air fryer basket)
Instructions
- Prepare Apples: Wash and dry the apples thoroughly. Peel them if you prefer a smoother texture. Then, slice the apples into fry-shaped sticks, about 1/2 inch thick to ensure even cooking.
- Coating: In a bowl, whisk together the all-purpose flour, cinnamon, nutmeg, cloves, and half of the powdered sugar. Toss the apple sticks in this mixture until they are evenly coated.
- Preheat Air Fryer: Preheat your air fryer to 380°F (193°C) for about 3 minutes. Lightly spray the air fryer basket with cooking oil to prevent sticking.
- Cooking: Arrange the coated apple sticks in a single layer inside the air fryer basket. Cook the apples for 8-10 minutes, shaking the basket or flipping the fries halfway through to ensure even crisping.
- Finish: Once cooked and crisp, immediately toss the hot apple fries with the remaining powdered sugar or serve alongside your favorite dip for an extra touch of sweetness.
Notes
- Using tart Granny Smith apples balances the sweetness and adds a nice tang to the fries.
- Peeling is optional and depends on your textural preference.
- Shaking or flipping the fries halfway through cooking is important for even crispness.
- Serve immediately for the best crunchy texture.
- These apple fries are great as a light dessert or a fun snack.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 10 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Air Frying
- Cuisine: American
