(A Healthier Twist on Classic Fried Apples!)
Why You’ll Love This Recipe
✔️ Ready in 25 minutes – faster than waiting for dessert delivery!
✔️ Healthier than deep-fried – all the crunch, less guilt
✔️ Kid-approved – fun to dip & eat
✔️ Perfect for fall – cozy cinnamon-apple flavor
Ingredients
For the Apple Fries
- 2 large apples (Honeycrisp or Granny Smith)
- ½ cup all-purpose flour
- 1 tsp cinnamon
- ¼ tsp nutmeg
- 2 eggs, beaten
- 1 cup panko breadcrumbs
- Cooking spray
For the Cinnamon Sugar
- ¼ cup granulated sugar
- Extra pinch of cinnamon
For Dipping (Optional)
- Caramel sauce
- Vanilla yogurt
Step-by-Step Instructions
1️⃣ Prep the Apples
- Peel & core apples, then cut into ½-inch wedges (like thick fries).
2️⃣ Set Up Your Breading Station
- Bowl 1: Flour + cinnamon + nutmeg
- Bowl 2: Beaten eggs
- Bowl 3: Panko breadcrumbs
3️⃣ Bread the Apples
- Dredge in flour (shake off excess).
- Dip in egg.
- Coat with panko (press gently to adhere).
4️⃣ Air Fry to Crispy Perfection
- Preheat air fryer to 380°F (193°C).
- Arrange in single layer (don’t overcrowd!).
- Lightly spray with cooking spray.
- Air fry 8-10 mins, flipping halfway.
5️⃣ Toss in Cinnamon Sugar
- Mix sugar + cinnamon, then toss warm fries in it.
6️⃣ Serve & Enjoy!
- Best served immediately with dips.
Pro Tips
🍯 Extra Flavor: Add 1 tbsp brown sugar to the panko.
🔥 Extra Crispy? Double-coat (egg → panko → egg → panko).
🍏 Tart vs Sweet:
- Granny Smith = tangier
- Honeycrisp = sweeter
FAQs
Q: Can I bake these instead?
A: Yes! Bake at 400°F (200°C) for 15-20 mins on a rack.
Q: How to store leftovers?
A: They lose crispiness, but reheat in air fryer for 3 mins.
Q: Gluten-free option?
A: Use almond flour + GF breadcrumbs.
Nutrition (Per Serving)
| Calories | Carbs | Protein | Fat |
|---|---|---|---|
| 220 | 45g | 5g | 3g |
Without dipping sauces
These apple fries taste like mini apple pies – but way easier!
👉 Tag your creations #AirFryerAppleFries 🍏🍟
