Description
These Air Fried Apple Wedges are a healthy and delicious snack option featuring crisp apple slices coated in a cinnamon-spiced sugar mixture and cooked to perfection in an air fryer. Perfect for a quick treat, they offer a warm, flavorful bite with minimal added fat, making them an ideal guilt-free dessert or snack.
Ingredients
Scale
Apple Wedges
- 4 medium-sized apples (preferably Granny Smith or Honeycrisp)
- 1 tablespoon of lemon juice
- 1 tablespoon of melted butter (or coconut oil for a dairy-free option)
Spice and Sugar Mix
- 2 tablespoons of brown sugar
- 1 teaspoon of cinnamon
- 1/4 teaspoon of nutmeg (optional)
- Pinch of salt
For Air Fryer
- Cooking spray or additional oil for greasing the air fryer basket
Instructions
- Wash Apples: Thoroughly rinse the apples under running water to remove any wax, dirt, or pesticides, ensuring they are clean before preparation.
- Dry Apples: Use a clean kitchen towel to dry the apples completely to prevent excess moisture affecting the coating.
- Core Apples: Use an apple corer or knife to remove the cores; alternatively, cut apples into quarters and manually remove seeds.
- Slice into Wedges: Cut each apple into approximately 8 wedges, aiming for 1/2 inch thickness for even cooking.
- Mix Spices: In a large bowl, combine brown sugar, cinnamon, nutmeg (if using), and a pinch of salt to create the spice mixture.
- Apply Lemon Juice: Drizzle lemon juice over the apple wedges to add flavor and help prevent browning.
- Add Butter: Pour melted butter (or coconut oil) over the wedges to help the sugar and spices adhere better.
- Coat Wedges: Sprinkle the sugar-spice mixture over the apple wedges and gently toss to evenly coat each wedge.
- Preheat Air Fryer: Heat the air fryer to 350°F (175°C) for about 3-5 minutes to ensure optimal cooking.
- Prepare Basket: Lightly grease the air fryer basket with cooking spray or oil to prevent sticking.
- Arrange Wedges: Place the apple wedges in a single layer in the preheated basket; cook in batches if necessary to avoid overcrowding.
- Air Fry First Half: Set timer for 10 minutes. At 5 minutes, pause and gently shake the basket for even cooking.
- Check Crispness: After 10 minutes, inspect wedges; if desired, cook an additional 2-3 minutes for extra crispiness, watching closely to avoid burning.
- Remove Carefully: Use tongs or a spatula to carefully take the apple wedges out of the air fryer.
- Serve: Transfer wedges to a serving platter. Optionally, sprinkle with extra cinnamon or brown sugar for enhanced flavor.
- Enjoy: Serve warm alone or with optional accompaniments like vanilla ice cream, whipped cream, or caramel sauce for a delightful treat.
Notes
- You can substitute melted butter with coconut oil for a dairy-free option.
- Use Granny Smith apples for a tart flavor or Honeycrisp for a sweeter bite.
- Do not overcrowd the air fryer basket to ensure even cooking and crispiness.
- Adjust cooking time based on your air fryer model and desired texture.
- Serve immediately for the best warm and crispy experience.
