Air Fryer Apples
These air fryer apples taste like the warm, cinnamon-spiced filling from your favorite apple pie, but made with just 5 ingredients and ready in 15 minutes! Enjoy them over oatmeal, yogurt, or ice cream for an easy breakfast, snack, or cozy fall dessert.
Equipment
Ingredients
- 2 apples
- 2 tablespoons maple syrup
- 1 tablespoon melted coconut oil
- 1 teaspoon cinnamon
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
Instructions
- Prepare the apples: Wash, core, and dice the apples into evenly sized, bite-sized pieces. Peeling is optional; I usually leave the skins on for less prep and a little extra fiber.
- Toss the apples: In a medium bowl, toss the diced apples with cinnamon, maple syrup, melted coconut oil, and vanilla extract until evenly coated.
- Air fry: Spread the apples in as even a layer as possible in the air fryer basket. Air fry at 375°F for 10-12 minutes, shaking halfway through, until the apples are golden and caramelized.
- Serve: Serve warm with vanilla ice cream, granola, coconut whipped cream, or yogurt.
Video
Notes
- Apple variety: Honeycrisp are my favorite because they're sweet and holds their shape well. Granny Smith, Fuji, Pink Lady, or a mix works too!
- Oil-free option: You can omit the coconut oil, although the apples may not caramelize as much.
- Dice evenly: Make sure the apples are cut into similar-sized chunks so they cook evenly. Smaller chunks = softer, saucy apples. Bigger chunks = more bite.
- Adjust the sweetness: Depending on your apples, you can adjust the amount of maple syrup. Sweeter apples may need less maple syrup, while tart apples like Granny Smith might need a little more.
- Don’t overcrowd the basket: Give the apples some room to caramelize and don't forget to shake the basket halfway through for an even bake.
- Make them extra cozy: Add a pinch of nutmeg, pumpkin pie spice, or cardamom.
- Don't have an air fryer? Bake the coated apples in a baking dish at 350°F for 15-20 minutes, until tender. They won't caramelize quite as much as they do in the air fryer, but they’ll still be delicious!
Serving: 1 serving, Calories: 108kcal, Carbohydrates: 20g, Protein: 0.3g, Fat: 4g, Saturated Fat: 3g, Polyunsaturated Fat: 0.1g, Monounsaturated Fat: 0.2g, Sodium: 2mg, Potassium: 124mg, Fiber: 2g, Sugar: 16g, Vitamin A: 51IU, Vitamin C: 4mg, Calcium: 22mg, Iron: 0.2mg
Did you make this recipe?Tag @booboosbakeryy with hashtag #booboosbakery on Instagram. We love to see what you make!
