Description
Crispy Air Fryer Apple Fries are a delightful and healthy snack made by coating apple wedges with a cinnamon-sugar flour mixture, dipping them in egg, and coating them with crunchy panko breadcrumbs before air frying to golden perfection.
Ingredients
Scale
Fruits
- 3 medium apples (Honeycrisp or Granny Smith), sliced into wedges
Dry Ingredients
- 1 cup all-purpose flour
- 2 tsp granulated sugar
- 1 tsp ground cinnamon
- 1 cup panko breadcrumbs
Wet Ingredients
- 2 large eggs, beaten
Other
- Cooking spray
Instructions
- Preheat the air fryer: Preheat your air fryer to 375°F (190°C) to ensure it reaches the perfect temperature for crispy apple fries.
- Prepare the coatings: In one bowl, combine the flour, granulated sugar, and ground cinnamon. In a separate bowl, beat the eggs. In a third bowl, place the panko breadcrumbs.
- Coat the apple wedges: Dip each apple wedge first into the flour mixture, ensuring an even coat, then dip into the beaten eggs, and finally roll in the panko breadcrumbs until fully coated for maximum crunch.
- Arrange in air fryer: Lightly spray the air fryer basket with cooking spray to prevent sticking and arrange the coated apple fries in a single layer to allow even cooking.
- Cook: Air fry the apple fries for 10-12 minutes or until they turn golden brown and crispy, shaking the basket halfway through cooking to ensure even crispness.
Notes
- You can use either Honeycrisp or Granny Smith apples, depending on your preference for sweetness or tartness.
- Be sure to coat the apple wedges thoroughly in each step for a crispy and flavorful crust.
- If your air fryer basket is small, cook the apple fries in batches to avoid overcrowding, which can prevent crispiness.
- Serve the apple fries immediately for the best texture, optionally with a dipping sauce like caramel or yogurt.
- Store any leftovers in an airtight container and reheat briefly in the air fryer to retain crispiness.
