Quick and Easy Air Fryer Apples with Cinnamon

It’s surprisingly easy to make air fryer apples with only three ingredients. Warm, comforting, and loaded with cinnamon, they are naturally gluten-free and vegan and will satisfy any sweet tooth without added sugar.

I am not really sure how we discovered these. I remember one of our girls originating this recipe, but they think it was me.

Either way, we love air fryer apple wedges. They are simple to make, quick, and have that warm, comforting feeling one gets from eating grandma’s apple pie.

It’s now a family favorite at our house. In fact, we make them almost daily whenever apples are in season. A guilt-free treat if you believe the old saying, an apple a day keeps the doctor away.

What you need to make air fryer apples

Ingredients

• Apple
• Cinnamon
• Avocado oil (or whatever is your preferred oil)

Supplies

• Air Fryer (this one is our current favorite, and with the shelves, it is perfect for this recipe)
• Brush (for the oil)
• Oven mitt (we like this little pinch mitt type for the air-fryer)

Making your air fryer apples

This one couldn’t be easier. Simply cut the apple into wedges, brush on the oil, sprinkle the cinnamon, and put it into the air-fryer.

See the complete recipe below.

Which type of apple should I use?

I love air-fried apples and will generally use whichever varieties we have in the house, but given a choice, I will always pick the most tart we have. In order, my personal preference would be:

1. Granny Smith
   Granny Smith apples are my first choice as they are the tartest of the bunch. They have a sharp, vibrant flavor and a firm texture that holds up well in the air fryer. Their tartness beautifully balances the sweetness of the cinnamon.
2. Braeburn
   Offering a good balance of sweet and tart, I find Braeburn apples to be versatile for cooking and eating raw.
3. Gala
   Moving towards the sweeter end, Gala apples provide a milder apple flavor and soften nicely in the air fryer
4. Fuji
   On the sweeter side, Fuji apples are known for their dense and crisp texture, but are my last choice of the apples we typically have at home.

Health benefits of the main ingredients

Disclaimer: Statements regarding health benefits are not intended to diagnose, treat, cure, or prevent any disease or health condition.

Apples

According to Medical News Today, apples are rich in fiber, vitamins, and minerals and may improve mental health, reduce the risk of stroke, improve heart health, lower the risk of diabetes and cancer, plus more.

Cinnamon

This Asian spice may reduce inflammation, fend off free radicals, and fight bacteria, according to WebMD.

Avocado oil

Our current go-to oil is thought to reduce cholesterol and arthritis symptoms while, at the same time, improving heart health and wound healing and benefit the eyes. Source: Heathline

Serving suggestions – What else can I do with these cinnamon apple slices?

Honestly, I usually eat them straight out of the air fryer with a fork. They are that good. However, they also make other things better. Here are a few ideas:

• For breakfast
  We have been known to have some air-fried apples on top of a bowl of coconut yogurt, granola, gluten-free oatmeal, or rice cereal.
• A brunch treat
  Sometimes, on a lazy weekend morning, I use the apple wedges as a warm, spiced topping for pancakes or waffles. Or, better yet, I use them as a filling in buckwheat or coconut crepes.
• In a smoothie
  My most recent successful experiment involved letting the air-fried apples cool and then adding them, almond milk, and vanilla protein powder for a satisfying and delicious smoothie.
• Snack time
  Pair the warm apples with a slice of sharp cheddar or creamy brie for a fun snack. If you have dietary restrictions like me, choose dairy-free cheeses.
• Delicious dessert
  Serve the warm cinnamon apple slices on top of a scoop of vanilla ice cream for a fantastic dessert.

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