Description
Air fryer apple fries are a delightful and healthier twist on a classic snack. These crispy treats feature fresh apple slices coated in a light cinnamon-sugar breading and air-fried to achieve golden perfection. They are perfect for any occasion—whether as a snack, dessert, or kid-friendly option. Serve them warm with caramel sauce, whipped cream, or yogurt for an irresistible experience that everyone will love. Easy to prepare and packed with flavor, these apple fries are sure to become a family favorite.
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 the apples if desired and cut them into fry-like sticks. Pat dry with paper towels.
- Set up three bowls: one with flour, another whisked egg and milk mixture, and the third with panko breadcrumbs mixed with sugar and cinnamon.
- Coat each apple stick in flour, then dip in the egg mixture, followed by the breadcrumb mixture until fully coated.
- 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, shaking halfway through for even cooking.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 9 minutes
- Category: Snack/Dessert
- Method: Frying
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 210
- Sugar: 10g
- Sodium: 150mg
- Fat: 5g
- Saturated Fat: 1g
- Unsaturated Fat: 3g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 38g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 2g
- Cholesterol: 45mg