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Air Fryer Apples

Warm, tender air fryer apples with soft, caramelized edges and rich cinnamon-sugar flavor—ready in 10–12 minutes. Healthier than baked apples, no oven needed. Perfect quick dessert, breakfast topping, or cozy snack—serve over ice cream, yogurt, or oatmeal. Prep Time: 5 minutes Cook Time: 10–12 minutes Total Time: ~15–17 minutes Servings: 4
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Ingredients Method Notes

Ingredients
  

  • 4 medium apples Granny Smith for tart, Honeycrisp/Gala for sweet
  • 1 –2 Tbsp unsalted butter melted or coconut oil
  • 2 Tbsp brown sugar or coconut sugar/maple syrup/sugar substitute
  • 1 tsp ground cinnamon
  • ½ tsp vanilla extract
  • Pinch of salt
  • Optional add-ins:
  • ¼ tsp nutmeg or allspice
  • 2 –3 Tbsp chopped pecans/walnuts
  • ¼ cup raisins/dried cranberries

Method
 

  1. Wash apples, core them, and slice into ½-inch wedges or chunks (uniform size cooks evenly). No need to peel unless preferred.
  2. In a large bowl, add sliced apples. Drizzle melted butter (or oil) over top.
  3. Sprinkle brown sugar, cinnamon, vanilla, and salt. Toss gently until evenly coated.
  4. Optional: Mix in nuts, raisins, or extra spices.
  5. Preheat air fryer to 380°F for 3 minutes (if your model requires preheating).
  6. Place apples in a single layer in the basket (light overlap okay, avoid piling high).
  7. Air fry at 380°F for 10–12 minutes. Shake basket or toss with tongs halfway through (around 5–6 minutes) for even caramelization.
  8. Check doneness: Apples should be fork-tender with lightly golden, caramelized edges. Cook 1–2 minutes more if needed.
  9. Serve warm as-is, over yogurt/ice cream/oatmeal, or with a drizzle of caramel sauce.

Notes

Slice evenly → uniform cooking.
Light butter/oil → caramelizes without greasiness.
Shake halfway → even browning and prevents sticking.
Serve warm → best texture and flavor.
Sugar-free: use monk fruit/stevia; flavor still comes from cinnamon/vanilla.
Store leftovers in fridge 3–4 days; reheat in air fryer 3–5 minutes.