Description
Crispy, sweet, and lightly spiced—these Air Fryer Apple Fries are a fun twist on a classic dessert and a perfect option for quick breakfast treats, healthy snacks, or kid-friendly food ideas. Made with simple ingredients and no deep frying, they deliver a golden, cinnamon-sugar crunch with every bite. Topped with a light vanilla glaze, they feel indulgent while staying easy and wholesome. Whether you’re craving easy dessert ideas or want to upgrade your snack game, this easy recipe is your go-to.
Ingredients
2 large apples (Granny Smith or Honeycrisp), peeled and sliced
0.5 cup all-purpose flour
2 tablespoons cornstarch
0.25 teaspoon salt
0.5 cup milk
1 teaspoon vanilla extract
0.5 cup granulated sugar
1 tablespoon ground cinnamon
Cooking spray or a small amount of oil
0.5 cup powdered sugar
1 tablespoon milk
0.25 teaspoon vanilla extract
Instructions
1. Peel and core apples, slice into fry-like strips, and pat dry.
2. In a bowl, whisk together flour, cornstarch, salt, milk, and vanilla until smooth.
3. Mix granulated sugar and cinnamon in another bowl; set aside.
4. Dip apple slices into the batter and let excess drip off.
5. Preheat the air fryer to 375°F (190°C) for 3–5 minutes.
6. Spray the basket and place apple slices in a single layer.
7. Air fry for 8–10 minutes, flipping halfway through.
8. Toss hot fries in the cinnamon sugar mixture.
9. Drizzle with vanilla glaze if desired.
Notes
Always dry your apples thoroughly for better batter adhesion.
Don’t overcrowd the air fryer basket to ensure even crisping.
Use firm apples to maintain structure and texture.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 10 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Air Fryer
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup (approx.)
- Calories: 190
- Sugar: 25g
- Sodium: 85mg
- Fat: 3g
- Saturated Fat: 1g
- Unsaturated Fat: 2g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 38g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 1g
- Cholesterol: 0mg
Keywords: apple fries, air fryer dessert, healthy snack, cinnamon apple, easy recipe