Description
Warm cinnamon-kissed Air Fryer Apples deliver a delightful dessert that elevates simple fruit into a comforting treat. Crisp edges and tender centers invite you to savor each spiced, caramelized bite with pure autumn pleasure.
Ingredients
Scale
Fruit:
- 2 red apples (pink lady, honey crisp, or gala), peeled, cored, and cut into 1-inch bite-sized cubes
Sweeteners and Oils:
- 2 tablespoons (30 milliliters) real maple syrup
- 1 tablespoon (15 milliliters) melted coconut oil (refined has no taste)
Spices:
- 1 teaspoon (5 milliliters) cinnamon
Instructions
- Prepare the air fryer by setting the temperature to 380°F and lightly spraying the basket with non-stick cooking spray to prevent sticking and promote even browning.
- Carefully peel, core, and dice the apples into uniform 1-inch cubes to ensure consistent cooking throughout.
- In a mixing bowl, gently coat the apple cubes with maple syrup, melted coconut oil, and ground cinnamon, ensuring each piece is thoroughly and evenly dressed.
- Arrange the seasoned apple pieces in a single, uncrowded layer within the air fryer basket, allowing proper air circulation for optimal cooking.
- Cook the apples for 10-14 minutes, pausing midway to shake the basket and promote even caramelization and texture.
- Monitor the apples closely, removing them when they achieve a golden exterior with a tender, soft interior.
- Transfer the warm, cooked apples to a serving bowl and drizzle with the remaining maple syrup, creating a final glossy and sweet glaze that enhances the fruit’s natural flavors.
- Serve immediately while warm, enjoying the perfect balance of crisp edges and tender, spiced apple goodness.
Notes
- Select crisp, firm apples like Honeycrisp or Granny Smith for the best texture and hold their shape during air frying.
- Slice apples uniformly to ensure consistent cooking and prevent some pieces from burning while others remain undercooked.
- For a low-sugar version, replace maple syrup with monk fruit sweetener or stevia and use a neutral oil like avocado instead of coconut.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Category: Snacks, Desserts
- Method: Air Frying
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 2
- Calories: 150
- Sugar: 20g
- Sodium: 1mg
- Fat: 7g
- Saturated Fat: 6g
- Unsaturated Fat: 1g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 25g
- Fiber: 4g
- Protein: 0.5g
- Cholesterol: 0mg