Air Fryer Apple Fries
A delightful twist on a classic treat, Air Fryer Apple Fries are warm, crispy apple sticks coated in cinnamon sugar, served with a creamy dipping sauce for a fun and snacky experience.
Ingredients
For the Apple Fries
- 2-3 apples 2 to 3 apples Best options include Honeycrisp, Granny Smith, Gala, or Fuji.
- 1/3 cup 1/3 cup all purpose flour
- 2 large 2 eggs Can substitute with milk, melted butter, or yogurt.
- 1/2 cup 1/2 cup breadcrumbs or panko Use for extra crunch.
- 2-3 tablespoons 2 to 3 tablespoons sugar
- 1-2 teaspoons 1 to 2 teaspoons cinnamon
- 1 pinch Pinch of salt
- as needed spray Cooking spray
For the Yum O Dipping Sauce
- 1/2 cup 1/2 cup Greek yogurt or mayo Choose based on preference.
- 2 tablespoons 2 tablespoons honey or maple syrup
- 1-2 tablespoons 1 to 2 tablespoons peanut butter or cookie butter
- 1/2 teaspoon 1/2 teaspoon vanilla
- 1 pinch Pinch of cinnamon
- as needed teaspoon Tiny pinch of salt
- as needed milk Milk (for thinning) Add a teaspoon at a time until desired consistency.
Instructions
Preparation
- Wash and dry the apples.
- Slice off the sides around the core to create thick apple slabs.
- Lay each slab flat and slice into sticks resembling fries.
- Toss the sticks with a little lemon juice if preparing ahead to prevent browning.
Coating
- Set up three bowls: one with flour, another with beaten eggs, and a third with breadcrumbs mixed with cinnamon sugar.
- Dip each apple stick in the flour, followed by the egg, then coat with the breadcrumb mixture.
- Place the coated sticks on a plate until you finish the batch.
Cooking
- Preheat the air fryer to 380°F (190°C).
- Air fry the apple sticks for 8 to 10 minutes, flipping halfway through and spraying lightly with cooking spray.
- Check for crispness and adjust cooking time if necessary.
Serving
- Serve the apple fries immediately while warm with the Yum O dipping sauce.
Notes
For the best results, do not crowd the air fryer basket, and pat dry the apple sticks before coating. Serve with various dips for extra fun!