Air Fryer Apple Fries are made with thick apple slices coated in cinnamon and almond or coconut flour, then air fried until lightly crisp on the outside and tender inside. A cinnamon-sugar coating adds the perfect sweet finish.
I’ve been making these for years when I want something sweet using fresh apples. They cook in just a few minutes, and I especially like them during apple season when I always seem to have extra apples in the kitchen.
Why I Love Apple Fries
About the Ingredients ⭐
- Apples: Peel and slice the apples into thick fry-shaped pieces.
- Flour: Use all-purpose flour, almond flour, or coconut flour to create a light coating on the apples.
- Cinnamon: Adds warm spice to the coating and cinnamon sugar.
- Lemon Juice: Coats the apples and adds a little tartness.
- Cinnamon Sugar: Tossed with the warm apple fries after air frying.
- Cooking Spray: Lightly coats the apples to help them crisp in the air fryer.
Be sure to check out the full recipe and ingredient list below
How to Make Air Fryer Apple Fries
Prepare the Coating: Preheat the air fryer to 400°F. Mix the flour and cinnamon in a shallow bowl.
Coat the Apples: Peel and slice the apples, then toss with lemon juice. Coat each apple slice in the flour mixture.
Air Fry: Arrange the apples in a single layer in the air fryer basket and lightly spray with cooking oil. Air fry for 3–5 minutes. Watch them closely so they don’t become mushy.
Add the Cinnamon Sugar: Mix the sugar and cinnamon together. Remove the apple fries from the air fryer and toss with the cinnamon-sugar mixture while warm.
Questions Readers Ask Most
What are the best apples for apple fries?
Firm apples like Granny Smith, Honeycrisp, or Pink Lady work well because they hold their shape when air fried.
Do I have to peel the apples?
No. You can leave the peel on if you prefer, but peeling gives the apple fries a softer texture.
How do I store leftover apple fries?
Store leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3 days. Reheat them briefly in the air fryer to help bring back some of the crispness.
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Ingredients
Apple Fries
- - 4 apples, peeled and sliced
- - ½ cup almond flour or coconut flour
- - 2 teaspoons cinnamon
- - ¼ cup lemon juice
- - Cooking oil spray
Cinnamon Sugar Coating
- - ½ cup sugar
- - 1 teaspoon cinnamon
Instructions
- Preheat the air fryer to 400°F.
- Mix the flour and 2 teaspoons cinnamon in a shallow bowl.
- Peel and slice the apples, then toss with lemon juice.
- Coat each apple slice in the flour mixture.
- Arrange in a single layer in the air fryer basket and lightly spray with cooking oil.
- Air fry for 3–5 minutes, watching closely so the apples don't become mushy.
- Mix the sugar and 1 teaspoon cinnamon.
- Toss the warm apple fries in the cinnamon-sugar mixture.
Notes
Cooking time can vary depending on the thickness of your apple slices and your air fryer. Check them at 3 minutes and cook just until tender.
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Nutrition Information:
Yield:
4Serving Size:
1Amount Per Serving: Calories: 350Total Fat: 15gSaturated Fat: 2gTrans Fat: 0gUnsaturated Fat: 12gCholesterol: 0mgSodium: 7mgCarbohydrates: 57gFiber: 7gSugar: 45gProtein: 4g
I’m an air fryer newbie. My air fryer is the square, toaster oven type machine. Do I do anything differently? I always worry about using the basket and it dripping on the heating elements. Should I do them on the solid sheet pan?
You don’t have to do that but you can line with parchment or foil