Description
Enjoy a delicious twist on a classic snack with these Crispy Air Fryer Apple Fries. Made with tart Granny Smith apples coated in a spiced flour and powdered sugar mixture, they’re perfectly crispy on the outside and tender on the inside. Quick and easy to prepare, these apple fries are a delightful treat for any time of the day.
Ingredients
Scale
Apples
- 2 pieces Granny Smith apples (Tart apples work best for flavor)
Coating
- 1/2 cup All-purpose flour
- 1/2 cup Powdered sugar (Divided for coating)
- 1 teaspoon Ground cinnamon
- 1/2 teaspoon Ground nutmeg
- 1/2 teaspoon Ground cloves
Other
- Cooking oil spray (for spraying the air fryer basket)
Instructions
- Prepare Apples: Wash and dry the Granny Smith apples thoroughly. Peel them if desired, then slice each apple into fry-shaped sticks, ensuring uniform thickness for even cooking.
- Coating: In a bowl, whisk together the all-purpose flour, ground cinnamon, ground nutmeg, ground cloves, and half of the powdered sugar. Toss the apple sticks in this mixture to coat them evenly, ensuring a crisp texture after air frying.
- Preheat Air Fryer: Preheat your air fryer to 380°F (193°C) for about 3 minutes. Lightly spray the air fryer basket with cooking oil spray to prevent sticking and promote crisping.
- Cooking: Arrange the coated apple sticks in a single layer inside the air fryer basket, avoiding overcrowding for optimal air circulation. Air fry the apple fries for 8 to 10 minutes, shaking or turning them halfway through the cooking time to ensure even crisping.
- Finish: Once cooked and crispy, transfer the hot apple fries to a bowl and toss them with the remaining powdered sugar. Serve immediately, optionally paired with a dip of your choice.
Notes
- Use tart apples like Granny Smith for the best flavor contrast and crisp texture.
- Peeling the apples is optional and based on personal preference.
- Ensure apple sticks are cut evenly for uniform cooking.
- Don’t overcrowd the air fryer basket; cook in batches if necessary to maintain crispiness.
- Serve immediately for the best texture as the fries may soften if left to sit.
- Can be paired with dips such as vanilla yogurt, caramel sauce, or chocolate for extra indulgence.
