Air Fried Apples (Easy 10 Minute Recipe!)

These Air Fried Apples are mouthwatering good! They are coated in a cinnamon and brown sugar glaze and ready in under 10 minutes in the air fryer. They taste heavenly with a scoop of vanilla ice cream on top!

For more fall dessert recipes, be sure to check out my Mini Pumpkin Cheesecakes, Southern Sweet Potato Pie, and The Best Chocolate Pecan Pie.

Thanksgiving is almost here, y’all! Do you have your menu ready to go? If you’re looking for an easy dessert to serve at your holiday meal, these Air Fried Apples would be the perfect sweet treat for your dessert table.

If you’ve ever had fried apples from Cracker Barrel, then you know what a treat these are! You start with juicy apples, then coat them in a cinnamon sugar glaze before cooking in the air fryer. This is total comfort food, and is perfect for serving during the holidays.

And as much as I love pumpkin recipes, I love easy apple recipes for the holidays just as much! My favorite Apple Crisp, Air Fryer Apple Pie Taquitos, or this Mini Apple Pie Recipe would be other great options for serving during your holiday meal.

Using your air fryer during Thanksgiving meal prep is also an easy way to free up more space in the oven for your turkey, pies, or other side dishes.

The best way to serve these air fried apples (in my opinion) is in a bowl topped with vanilla ice cream and a drizzle of caramel. It’s beyond delicious!

And if you’re looking for a more traditional skillet version, try these Southern Fried Apples.

Ingredients for Air Fried Apples

A full list of ingredients, measurements, and instructions are located in the recipe card below.

• apples
• coconut oil
• brown sugar
• ground cinnamon
• vanilla extract

How to Make Air Fried Apples – Step by Step

A full list of ingredients, measurements, and instructions are located in the recipe card below.

1. Peel apples with a peeler or paring knife, then cut apples into 1 inch chunks.
2. In a large bowl, coat the chopped and peeled apples with the coconut oil.
3. Add the brown sugar, cinnamon, and vanilla, then mix well to coat.
4. Place apples in a single layer in the bottom of your air fryer basket. Air fry for 8-10 minutes until apples are golden brown, shaking the basket halfway through the cooking time.
5. Serve on their own, or with vanilla ice cream on top.

What kind of Apples Should I use to make fried apples?

The best apples for this recipe include a variety like Granny Smith, Honey crisp, Gala, Fuji, Pink Lady, or Golden Delicious apples. Honeycrisp apples are my favorite, and that’s usually what I pick if I’m not using a variety.  Here’s a quick breakdown of the different types you could choose from:

• Granny Smith apples: These are tart and firm, making them a good choice for air frying.
• Honeycrisp: These are sweet-tart and also firm, so they’ll hold their shape.
• Gala: These are fairly firm and sweeter, providing a different flavor profile.
• Fuji: These apples are both sweet and firm, making them nice and juicy.

Tips and Notes

• Oil substitutions: feel free to use melted butter or another neutral oil like canola oil for coating the apples.
• Switch up the spices: try using pumpkin pie spice or apple pie spice in place of the cinnamon. Yum!
• Store any leftover fried apples in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to four days.
• Reheat leftover apples using the air fryer (my preferred method) or in the microwave.

Serving Suggestions

Air Fried Apples taste delicious served on their own, or as a side dish. I love to serve them alongside a Roasted Half Chicken or pork chops for dinner.

My favorite way to serve them, though, is dished up with ice cream and a drizzle of caramel sauce. Try them with some Homemade Vanilla Ice Cream for the ultimate treat!

Here are a few more ideas for serving your Air Fried Apples:

• Top with a dollop of whipped cream instead of ice cream.
• For a healthier option, serve them with a scoop of Greek or regular yogurt.
• Add a sprinkle of granola to your apples for a crunchy texture.
• Use them as a topping for your pancakes, waffles, or french toast.
• Stir them into warm oatmeal for a hearty breakfast.

FAQs

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