Description
Golden Crispy Air Fryer Apple Fries bring a delightful twist to classic desserts. Cinnamon-sugar coated slices create a sweet, crunchy treat that delights with minimal effort and maximum flavor.
Ingredients
Scale
- 3 apples (Granny Smith or Honeycrisp), large, peeled and sliced into wedges (about 0.45 kg / 1 lb)
- 2 eggs, large
- 1 cup (100 g / 3.53 oz) breadcrumbs (panko or regular)
- ½ cup (60 g / 2.12 oz) all-purpose flour
- ¼ cup (50 g / 1.76 oz) granulated sugar
- 1 tsp ground cinnamon
- ½ cup (120 ml / 4 fl oz) caramel sauce or vanilla yogurt
- 1 sprinkle of cinnamon (optional)
Instructions
- Preparation: Peel and core apples, then slice into uniform wedges, ensuring consistent thickness for even cooking.
- Moisture Removal: Pat apple slices thoroughly with paper towels to eliminate excess liquid and promote optimal crispiness.
- Breading Setup: Establish three distinct stations – flour, whisked eggs, and a mixture of breadcrumbs, sugar, and cinnamon.
- Coating Process: Dredge each apple wedge systematically through flour, eggs, and seasoned breadcrumbs, pressing firmly to create a complete, even layer.
- Air Fryer Preparation: Preheat air fryer to 375F (190C) for three minutes, creating an ideal cooking environment.
- Cooking Technique: Arrange breaded wedges in a single layer within the basket, maintaining space between pieces to ensure thorough browning and crisp texture.
- Frying Method: Cook for 8-10 minutes, midway rotating to guarantee uniform golden exterior and consistent crunch.
- Finishing Touch: Allow fries to rest briefly, then serve with caramel sauce or vanilla yogurt, optionally dusting with additional cinnamon for enhanced flavor profile.
Notes
- Moisture Management: Thoroughly pat apple slices dry to prevent sogginess and ensure maximum crispiness during air frying.
- Coating Technique: Press breadcrumb mixture firmly onto apple wedges for a complete, even layer that creates a crunchy exterior.
- Temperature Precision: Maintain exact 375F air fryer temperature to achieve golden-brown color without burning the delicate apple fries.
- Spacing Strategy: Arrange apple fries in a single, non-overlapping layer to promote consistent cooking and prevent steaming.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Category: Snacks, Desserts
- Method: Frying
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 5
- Calories: 220
- Sugar: 14 g
- Sodium: 150 mg
- Fat: 7 g
- Saturated Fat: 1.5 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 4.5 g
- Trans Fat: 0 g
- Carbohydrates: 37 g
- Fiber: 3 g
- Protein: 4 g
- Cholesterol: 80 mg