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Easy Air Fryer Cinnamon Apples – Warm & Healthy Fall Recipe

Simple ingredients. Big flavor. A cozy treat ready in minutes!
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Prep Time 5 minutes
10 minutes
Total Time 15 minutes
Servings: 4 people
Course: Breakfast, Dessert
Cuisine: American
Calories: 90
Ingredients Method Notes

Ingredients
  

  • 2 apples, peeled or unpeeled and sliced (Honeycrisp, Gala, Fuji, or your favorite)
  • 1 teaspoon ground cinnamon
  • 1-2 teaspoons maple syrup, honey, brown sugar, monk fruit sweetener, or sweetener of choice
  • 1 teaspoon melted butter, olive oil, or melted coconut oil
  • ½ teaspoon vanilla extract
  • ¼ teaspoon ground nutmeg, optional
  • 1-2 tablespoons vanilla protein powder, optional (for an extra boost of protein)

Method
 

  1. Prepare Apples:
  2. Wash and core the apples. Cut into ½ inch wedges.
  3. Season:
  4. In a bowl, toss apples with coconut oil (or choice of oil) maple syrup, ground cinnamon, nutmeg, vanilla extract.
  5. Air Fry:
  6. Preheat the air fryer fto 350℉ (175℃) for 2 minutes. Place the apples in the air-fryer basket.
  7. Cook:
  8. Air fry at 350℉ (175℃) for 8-10 minutes, shaking the basket halfway through. Apples should be tender and lightly caramelized.
  9. Serve:
  10. Serve warm! Enjoy as is, or top with Greek yogurt, oatmeal, ice cream, or a drizzle of nut butter.

Notes

Delicious Variations:
  • Add 1 tablespoon chopped pecans or walnuts before frying.
  • Add a squeeze of lemon juice for brightness.
  • Sprinkle with a little brown sugar for extra sweetness.
  • Also tastes delicious with sugar-free caramel sauce-from Skinny Syrup brand.
Extra Tips:
  • For softer apples, cook 1-2 minutes longer.
  • For extra sweet flavor, add a few raisins.
  • You can store your apples for up to 5 days in the refrigerator in an air tight container. 
  • You can also freeze left over apples for up to 2 months.
  • Perfect for breakfast, dessert, or a snack.