Description
Crispy Air Fryer Apple Fries bring the flavors of autumn to your table with their golden, crunchy exterior and tender apple interior. Dusted with cinnamon and sugar, these delightful treats offer a healthier alternative to traditional fries, making them perfect for snacks or desserts. Easy to prepare and ready in no time, serve them warm with caramel or yogurt for dipping. Enjoy this whimsical twist on a classic!
Ingredients
Scale
- 2 medium apples (Granny Smith or Honeycrisp)
- 1 cup pancake mix
- 1/4 cup granulated sugar
- 2 tsp ground cinnamon
- Cooking spray
Instructions
- Wash and slice the apples into fry-shaped wedges about half an inch thick.
- In a bowl, combine sugar and cinnamon. In another bowl, mix pancake mix with water until it reaches a batter-like consistency.
- Dip each apple wedge into the batter, allowing excess to drip off.
- Preheat the air fryer to 375°F (190°C) and spray the basket with cooking spray.
- Arrange apple fries in a single layer in the air fryer and cook for 10-12 minutes until golden brown, shaking halfway through for even cooking.
- Toss warm apple fries in the cinnamon-sugar mixture before serving.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 12 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Frying
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 140
- Sugar: 12g
- Sodium: 180mg
- Fat: 2g
- Saturated Fat: 0g
- Unsaturated Fat: 1g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 28g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 2g
- Cholesterol: 0mg
Keywords: - Use firmer apple varieties like Granny Smith or Honeycrisp for optimal texture. - Substitute brown sugar for a richer flavor or experiment with spices like nutmeg or pumpkin spice. - For a lighter option, reduce sugar or skip the batter entirely.