Air Fryer Apple Fries
These Air Fryer Apple Fries are a fun, crispy-sweet treat you’ll want to make again and again! Fresh apple slices are coated in a light cinnamon-sugar breading, then air-fried until golden and crunchy on the outside while staying tender inside. Serve them warm with caramel sauce or whipped cream for an irresistible snack, dessert, or kid-friendly treat!
Servings 6
Ingredients
- 2 large apples Honeycrisp or Granny Smith work great
- ½ cup all-purpose flour
- 1 large egg
- 2 tablespoons milk
- 1 cup panko breadcrumbs
- 2 tablespoons granulated sugar
- 1 teaspoon ground cinnamon
- Nonstick cooking spray
Instructions
- Prep apples: Peel (optional) and cut apples into fry-like sticks. Pat dry with a paper towel to remove excess moisture.
- Set up coating stations:
- Bowl 1: Add flour.
- Bowl 2: Whisk egg and milk together.
- Bowl 3: Mix panko breadcrumbs, sugar, and cinnamon.
- Coat apples: Dredge each apple stick in flour, dip into the egg mixture, then coat well with the breadcrumb mixture.
- Air fry: Lightly spray coated apple fries with nonstick spray. Place in the air fryer basket in a single layer (work in batches if needed).
- Cook: Air fry at 380°F (190°C) for 7–9 minutes, shaking basket halfway through, until golden and crispy.
- Serve: Enjoy warm with caramel dip, yogurt, or whipped cream.