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Baked apples tossed in cinnamon and maple syrup in a serving dish.
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5 from 1 vote

Air Fryer Apples

These Air Fryer Apples are healthy, delicious, and a great snack for any day. They’re perfectly soft and sweet, made with just 4 ingredients, and so versatile!
Prep Time5 minutes
Cook Time10 minutes
Total Time15 minutes
Course: Snack
Cuisine: American
Servings: 4

Equipment

Ingredients

  • 4 apples peeled and sliced
  • 1 Tbsp butter melted
  • 1/2 tsp cinnamon
  • 2 Tbsp maple syrup optional

Instructions

  • Combine apples, melted butter, and cinnamon in a bowl.
  • Transfer to air fryer basket.
  • Air fry at 380 degrees F for 8-10 minutes or until the apples are tender.
  • Toss with maple syrup if desired.

Notes

  • Apple picking: I recommend crisp, firm, and slightly tart apples that will hold their shape well. My favorites are Granny Smith but see post above for other great options.
  • Use freshly sliced apples. While you can slice them a little bit in advance, the fresher the better. If you prep them too early, they’ll go brown.
  • To peel or not to peel. It can go either way. I prefer to remove the peel before slicing and air-frying the apples, but if you want to leave it on that’s fine too. 
  • Slice the apples evenly. We want all the slices roughly the same size so they cook at the same rate. 
  • Don’t overcrowd the air fryer. Air fry the apples in as much of a single layer as possible so they cook evenly. 
  • Keep in mind that all air fryers and apples are different. Check back early to make sure you don’t overcook the apples, then add time as needed. 
  • Serve for baby-led weaning. Since they’re soft, they’re a safe way to serve apples. And it sure helps that they taste delicious!

Nutrition

Calories: 147kcal | Carbohydrates: 32g | Protein: 1g | Fat: 3g | Saturated Fat: 2g | Polyunsaturated Fat: 0.2g | Monounsaturated Fat: 1g | Trans Fat: 0.1g | Cholesterol: 8mg | Sodium: 25mg | Potassium: 219mg | Fiber: 5g | Sugar: 25g | Vitamin A: 186IU | Vitamin C: 8mg | Calcium: 25mg | Iron: 0.2mg