Air Fryer Apple Fries
Cozy, cinnamon-kissed apple fries that are crispy on the outside and tender on the inside, perfect for a quick snack or dessert.
Ingredients
Fruit
- 2 large large apples (Honeycrisp or Granny Smith) Choose firmer apples for best results.
Batter
- 0.5 cup all-purpose flour
- 1 large egg
- 2 tablespoons milk
Coating
- 1 cup panko breadcrumbs
Seasoning & Toppings
- 2 tablespoons granulated sugar
- 1 teaspoon ground cinnamon
- Nonstick cooking spray For spraying the apple fries before cooking.
Instructions
Preparation
- Peel (optional) and cut apples into fry-like sticks. Pat dry with a paper towel to remove excess moisture.
- Set up coating stations: Bowl 1: Add flour. Bowl 2: Whisk egg and milk together. Bowl 3: Mix panko breadcrumbs, sugar, and cinnamon.
Coating
- Dredge each apple stick in flour, dip into the egg mixture, then coat well with the breadcrumb mixture.
Cooking
- Lightly spray coated apple fries with nonstick spray and place in the air fryer basket in a single layer, working in batches if needed.
- Air fry at 380°F (190°C) for 7–9 minutes, shaking the basket halfway through, until golden and crispy.
Serving
- Enjoy warm with caramel dip, yogurt, or whipped cream.
Notes
Pat apple sticks very dry so coating adheres and crisps well. Don’t overcrowd the basket; cook in batches for even browning. Lightly mist with spray rather than drenching to keep coating crunchy.