Description
Delicious and crispy Air Fryer Apple Fries made with fresh apple wedges coated in a cinnamon-spiced flour and panko breadcrumb mixture. These golden, crunchy treats are perfect for a healthy snack or dessert, served warm with optional caramel sauce or yogurt for dipping.
Ingredients
Scale
Apples
- 4 large apples (e.g., Granny Smith or Honeycrisp)
Coating Mixture
- 1/2 cup all-purpose flour
- 2 teaspoons ground cinnamon
- 1/4 teaspoon nutmeg
- 2 tablespoons sugar
Others
- 1 cup panko breadcrumbs
- 2 large eggs
- Non-stick cooking spray
- Caramel sauce or yogurt for dipping (optional)
Instructions
- Prepare the Apples: Peel and core the apples, then cut them into wedges resembling fries, about 1/2-inch thick for even cooking.
- Mix Dry Ingredients: In a shallow bowl, combine the all-purpose flour, ground cinnamon, nutmeg, and sugar. Stir well to ensure the coating is well-spiced and evenly mixed.
- Beat the Eggs: In a separate shallow bowl, beat the eggs thoroughly until fully blended to serve as the binding agent for the coating.
- Prepare Breadcrumbs: Place the panko breadcrumbs in a third shallow bowl, ready for the final coating layer.
- Preheat Air Fryer: Preheat your air fryer to 380°F (193°C) for approximately 5 minutes to ensure proper cooking temperature.
- Coat the Apples – Flour: Dip each apple wedge into the flour mixture, coating evenly to help the egg stick better.
- Coat the Apples – Egg: Next, dip the floured apple wedge into the beaten eggs, allowing excess to drip off to avoid sogginess.
- Coat the Apples – Breadcrumbs: Finally, roll the apple wedges in the panko breadcrumbs, pressing lightly to ensure the breadcrumbs adhere well for a crunchy texture.
- Arrange in Air Fryer Basket: Place the coated apple wedges in a single layer in the air fryer basket, avoiding overcrowding to promote even crisping.
- Spray with Cooking Spray: Lightly spray the apple wedges with non-stick cooking spray to enhance browning and crispiness without added oil.
- Air Fry: Cook the apple fries for 7-9 minutes until they are crispy and golden brown, shaking the basket halfway through to ensure even cooking.
- Cool Slightly: Remove the apple fries from the air fryer and allow them to cool for a couple of minutes for optimal texture and safety.
- Serve: Serve the warm apple fries with caramel sauce or yogurt on the side for dipping, if desired, for a delicious finishing touch.
Notes
- Use tart apples like Granny Smith for a tangy contrast, or sweeter varieties like Honeycrisp for natural sweetness.
- Avoid overcrowding the air fryer basket to ensure even cooking and crispiness.
- Adjust cooking time slightly based on the thickness of apple wedges and air fryer model.
- For a vegan version, substitute eggs with a flax egg and use suitable non-stick spray.
- Serve immediately for best texture as the coating may soften over time.
