Air-Fried Apple Fries with Sweet Dips
Crispy on the outside, tender on the inside, these Air Fryer Apple Fries are your next snack-time obsession! š Whether you’re making them for kids, guests, or just yourself, they’re a total crowd-pleaser.
ā² Prep Time: 10 min
š Cook Time: 10 min
ā Total Time: 20 min
š½ļø Ingredients:
- 2 large apples (Granny Smith, Honeycrisp, or your favorite variety)
- 1/2 cup all-purpose flour
- 2 large eggs, beaten
- 1 cup panko breadcrumbs (or regular breadcrumbs)
- 2 teaspoons cinnamon
- 2 tablespoons granulated sugar
- Cooking spray
For the Dipping Sauce:
- 1/2 cup caramel sauce (optional)
- 1/2 cup vanilla yogurt (optional for a lighter option)
š©āš³ Step-by-Step Instructions:
- Prep the Apples: Peel (optional) and slice apples into 1/2 inch wedges. Remove cores and seeds. Mix cinnamon and sugar in a small bowl; set aside.
- Set Up Your Breading Station: Place flour in one bowl, beaten eggs in another, and panko breadcrumbs in a third. Stir half the cinnamon-sugar into the breadcrumbs.
- Bread the Apples: Dredge apple wedges in flour, then coat in egg, then press into breadcrumb mixture. Repeat with all slices.
- Air Fry to Perfection: Preheat air fryer to 375Ā°F (190Ā°C) for 3 minutes. Place slices in a single layer, spray with cooking spray, and air fry for 8ā10 minutes, flipping halfway.
- Sweet Finish & Serve: While hot, sprinkle with remaining cinnamon-sugar. Serve warm with caramel sauce or vanilla yogurt for dipping. šš„
š” Pro Tips:
- Best Apples: Use Granny Smith for a tart contrast or Honeycrisp for balanced sweetness.
- Storage: Best fresh, but reheat in the air fryer for a couple of minutes.
- Dip it Up: Try chocolate sauce, whipped cream, or even a dusting of powdered sugar!
š Nutrition Info (Per Serving):
| Serving Size | Calories | Protein | Carbs | Fat | Fiber | Sugar |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 plate | 290 | 4g | 38g | 13g | 3g | 18g |
Disclaimer: Nutrition facts are estimated using online tools and may vary based on your ingredients and preparation. Please consult a nutritionist for precise dietary advice.
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Crispy Air Fryer Apple Fries That Everyone Will Love!
- Total Time: 20 min
- Yield: 4 servings 1x
- Diet: Vegetarian
Description
Crispy, golden, spiced apple wedges air-fried to perfection and served with caramel or yogurt. A perfect sweet snack!
Ingredients
- 2 large apples (Granny Smith, Honeycrisp, or your favorite variety)
- 1/2 cup all-purpose flour
- 2 large eggs, beaten
- 1 cup panko breadcrumbs (or regular breadcrumbs)
- 2 teaspoons cinnamon
- 2 tablespoons granulated sugar
- Cooking spray
- 1/2 cup caramel sauce (optional)
- 1/2 cup vanilla yogurt (optional)
Instructions
1. Peel and slice apples into 1/2 inch wedges. Mix cinnamon and sugar; set aside.
2. Set up three bowls: one with flour, one with eggs, one with panko mixed with half the cinnamon-sugar.
3. Dredge apple wedges in flour, coat in egg, then press into breadcrumb mixture.
4. Preheat air fryer to 375Ā°F for 3 minutes. Arrange slices in a single layer, spray lightly with cooking spray.
5. Air fry for 8ā10 minutes, flipping halfway through.
6. While hot, sprinkle with remaining cinnamon-sugar. Serve with dips.
Notes
Use tart apples like Granny Smith for contrast or Honeycrisp for sweetness.
Reheat leftovers in the air fryer for a few minutes.
Try dipping in chocolate sauce or whipped cream too!
- Prep Time: 10 min
- Cook Time: 10 min
- Category: Snack
- Method: Air Fryer
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 plate
- Calories: 290
- Sugar: 18g
- Fat: 13g
- Carbohydrates: 38g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 4g
