Crispy Air Fryer Apple (Printer-Friendly Version)
Spiced apple sticks air fried to a crisp with a warm, sweet coating. Perfectly golden and lightly crunchy.
# Ingredients Needed:
→ Fruit
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2 Granny Smith apples, sliced into 1/2 inch sticks
→ Coating
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1/4 cup all-purpose flour
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1/2 teaspoon ground cinnamon
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1/8 teaspoon ground nutmeg
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1/8 teaspoon ground cloves
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2 tablespoons powdered sugar, divided
→ Finishing
07 -
Cooking oil spray
# Step-by-Step Directions:
01 -
Wash and dry apples thoroughly. Optionally peel for a softer texture, or leave peel on for added nutrition. Cut into uniform 1/2 inch sticks to ensure even cooking.
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In a shallow bowl, whisk together flour, cinnamon, nutmeg, cloves, and half of the powdered sugar to form a spiced dry coating.
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Lightly toss the apple sticks in the flour mixture, coating each piece evenly for a crisp exterior.
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Preheat the air fryer to 380°F (193°C) for approximately 3 minutes. Lightly spray the basket with cooking oil to prevent sticking.
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Arrange coated apple sticks in a single layer inside the basket, working in batches if necessary. Lightly spray tops with oil. Air fry for 8 to 10 minutes, shaking the basket halfway through to promote even crisping until golden and crunchy.
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Immediately toss hot apple fries with remaining powdered sugar or serve with caramel sauce or vanilla yogurt for a complementary finish.
# Helpful Hints:
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Dipping apple sticks in beaten egg before coating enhances crunchiness.
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Monitor closely in the final minutes as air fryer models vary in heat intensity.
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Store leftovers in an airtight container at room temperature for up to one day; reheat briefly in air fryer to restore crispness.