Description
Crispy Air Fryer Apple Fries are a delightful and easy-to-make dessert or snack featuring crisp apple sticks coated in a cinnamon-sugar panko breadcrumb crust. Perfectly cooked in the air fryer, these apple fries offer a healthy alternative to traditional fried treats with a crunchy texture and warm, sweet flavor.
Ingredients
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Apple Fries Ingredients
- 2 large apples (such as Honeycrisp or Fuji, peeled and cut into fry-shaped sticks)
- 1/2 cup all-purpose flour
- 2 large eggs (beaten)
- 1 cup panko breadcrumbs
- 1/2 teaspoon cinnamon
- 2 tablespoons granulated sugar
- Nonstick cooking spray
Instructions
- Prepare the Coating Station: Set up three bowls: one with flour, one with beaten eggs, and one with panko breadcrumbs mixed with cinnamon and sugar. This will help evenly coat the apple sticks.
- Coat the Apple Sticks: Dip each apple stick first into the flour, then into the beaten eggs, and finally into the cinnamon-sugar panko mixture. Press the crumbs gently to make sure they stick well to the apples.
- Preheat Air Fryer: Preheat your air fryer to 375°F (190°C). Lightly spray the air fryer basket with nonstick cooking spray to prevent sticking.
- Air Fry the Apple Fries: Arrange the coated apple sticks in a single layer inside the air fryer basket. Avoid overcrowding; work in batches if needed. Lightly spray the tops of the apple fries with cooking spray for extra crispness.
- Cook Until Crispy: Air fry for 6 to 8 minutes, flipping the fries halfway through the cooking time so they brown evenly on all sides.
- Cool and Serve: Remove the fries from the air fryer and let them cool slightly. Serve warm, optionally with caramel sauce, whipped cream, or vanilla yogurt for dipping.
Notes
- Serve with caramel sauce, whipped cream, or vanilla yogurt for dipping.
- For a gluten-free version, substitute all-purpose flour and panko breadcrumbs with gluten-free alternatives.
- Choose firm apples like Honeycrisp or Fuji to maintain crispness during cooking.
- Do not overcrowd the air fryer basket to ensure even cooking and crispy texture.
