Tasty Air Fryer Apple Fritters
These warm, golden fritters are crisp on the outside, tender inside, and dusted with cozy cinnamon — perfect for breakfast or an afternoon treat.
Ingredients
Fruit
- 2 cups apples, peeled and diced Use tart apples like Granny Smith for best results.
Dry Ingredients
- 1 cup all-purpose flour
- 1/2 cup sugar
- 1 teaspoon baking powder
- 1/2 teaspoon cinnamon
- 1/4 teaspoon salt
Wet Ingredients
- 1/2 cup milk Can be substituted with almond milk for a dairy-free option.
- 1 egg
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
Other
- Cooking spray For air frying.
Instructions
Preparation
- In a large bowl, whisk together the flour, sugar, baking powder, cinnamon, and salt until evenly combined.
- In another bowl, beat the milk, egg, and vanilla extract until smooth.
- Pour the wet ingredients into the dry ingredients and stir gently until just combined; fold in the diced apples.
- Preheat the air fryer to 350°F (175°C).
Cooking
- Spray the air fryer basket with cooking spray and drop spoonfuls of batter into the basket, leaving space between each fritter.
- Air fry for 10–12 minutes or until golden brown, flipping halfway through; let cool slightly before serving.
Notes
Dust with powdered sugar or a simple cinnamon glaze. For a dessert twist, serve warm with vanilla ice cream. Pair with Greek yogurt and honey for breakfast or serve alongside savory mains for a sweet-savory meal. Store leftovers in an airtight container and reheat in the air fryer for the best texture.