Description
These Crispy Air Fryer Apple Fries are a delightful, healthy snack featuring tender apple wedges coated in a cinnamon-sugar flour mix, dipped in egg, and then breaded with crunchy panko. Cooked to golden perfection in an air fryer, they offer a guilt-free treat with a perfect balance of sweetness and crispiness in just under 30 minutes.
Ingredients
Scale
Apple Fries
- 3 medium apples (Honeycrisp or Granny Smith), sliced into wedges
- 1 cup all-purpose flour
- 2 tsp granulated sugar
- 1 tsp ground cinnamon
- 2 large eggs, beaten
- 1 cup panko breadcrumbs
- Cooking spray
Instructions
- Preheat the Air Fryer: Set your air fryer to 375°F (190°C) to ensure it reaches the optimal temperature for cooking the apple fries evenly and crisping them to perfection.
- Prepare Coating Mixtures: In one bowl, combine all-purpose flour, granulated sugar, and ground cinnamon thoroughly. In a second bowl, beat the eggs until smooth. Place panko breadcrumbs in a third bowl to prepare for breading.
- Coat the Apple Wedges: Dip each apple wedge first into the flour mixture, making sure it is lightly but evenly coated. Next, dip the coated wedge into the beaten eggs, then roll it in the panko breadcrumbs until fully covered. This layering creates the crispy texture after air frying.
- Arrange in Air Fryer Basket: Lightly spray the air fryer basket with cooking spray to prevent sticking, then place the coated apple wedges in a single layer for even cooking and airflow.
- Cook until Crispy: Air fry the apple fries for 10-12 minutes, shaking the basket halfway through to ensure all sides become golden brown and crisp. Remove when done and serve warm for the best taste and texture.
Notes
- Use firm apple varieties like Honeycrisp or Granny Smith to ensure the fries hold their shape and don’t become mushy.
- Adjust the cinnamon and sugar quantities to taste if you prefer a sweeter or more spiced finish.
- The air fryer basket should not be overcrowded; cook in batches if necessary to allow crispiness.
- Serve with a dipping sauce such as caramel, honey, or yogurt for added flavor.
- Store leftovers in an airtight container and reheat in the air fryer to retain crispiness.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 12 minutes
- Category: Snack
- Method: Air Frying
- Cuisine: American
