Crispy on the outside, tender on the inside, these Air Fryer Apple Fries are a sweet and healthy treat perfect for snacking or dessert.
Author:Ava
Prep Time:10 minutes
Cook Time:10 minutes
Total Time:20 minutes
Yield:4 servings
Category:Snack
Method:Air Fryer
Cuisine:American
Diet:Vegetarian
Ingredients
Apples: 2 large Granny Smith or Honeycrisp, peeled and cut into fry-like sticks
Cornstarch: 1/4 cup
Eggs: 2 large, beaten
Panko Breadcrumbs: 1 cup
Cinnamon: 1 tablespoon
Sugar: 3 tablespoons
Cooking Spray: As needed
Instructions
Preheat Your Equipment: Set your air fryer to 375°F and let it heat while you prep the apples.
Combine Ingredients: In one bowl, place cornstarch. In a second, beat the eggs. In a third, mix panko, cinnamon, and 1 tablespoon of sugar.
Prepare Your Cooking Vessel: Line your air fryer basket with parchment paper or lightly spray with cooking oil.
Assemble the Dish: Dredge apple sticks in cornstarch, dip in egg, then coat in the panko-cinnamon mixture.
Cook to Perfection: Place apple fries in a single layer in the air fryer basket. Cook for 7–9 minutes, flipping halfway through, until golden and crispy.
Finishing Touches: While still warm, toss the fries in the remaining sugar and a pinch more cinnamon if desired.
Serve and Enjoy: Plate them up with a drizzle of caramel or a side of vanilla Greek yogurt for dipping.
Notes
Use firm apples like Granny Smith or Honeycrisp for best results.
Don’t overcrowd the air fryer basket—cook in batches if needed.
Preheat air fryer to ensure even cooking and crispiness.
Reheat leftovers in the air fryer for 3–5 minutes at 350°F to restore crispness.