Indulge in the warm, comforting flavors of delicious air fryer baked apples, a quick and easy dessert that perfectly captures the flavors of the fall season.
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These baked apples are tender, juicy, and infused with a delightful blend of cinnamon and sugar, making them an irresistible treat for any time of day.
With the air fryer, you can achieve perfectly cooked apples with a golden, caramelized exterior in just a fraction of the time it takes in a traditional oven.
Whether you’re looking for a healthier dessert option or a cozy, sweet snack, this air fryer recipe is sure to satisfy your cravings while filling your kitchen with the inviting aroma of spiced apples.
What Are the Best Apples to Use for Baked Apples?
For making baked apples, it’s important to choose your favorite apples that hold their shape and balance sweetness with tartness. Granny Smith apples, Honey Crisp, Braeburn, Jonagold apples, Golden Delicious or Fuji apples are all great to use.
How to Bake Apples in the Air Fryer
Gather your ingredients:
Use firm apples that hold their shape well during cooking.
Core the apples, making sure to remove the seeds. You can leave the bottoms intact if you want to hold in the filling.
Brush melted butter on the top of the apple halves.
In a bowl, mix the filling ingredients and stuff the apples by filling each apple with the mixture, packing it in gently.
Feel free to experience with flavors by adding raisins, cranberries, or different spices like nutmeg for added flavor.
Place the stuffed apples in the air fryer basket and cook for about 12-15 minutes.
Cook until the apples are tender and the filling is golden brown. Cooking time may vary based on the size of the apples.
Once done cooking, remove from air fryer and serve immediately as is or with a scoop of vanilla ice cream or whipped cream. For a little extra bit of sweetness/caramelization, drizzle some honey over top before serving.
Store any leftovers in an airtight container in the fridge for up to 3 days. Reheat in the microwave or air fryer before serving.
Toppings for Stuffed Apples
You can use a variety of toppings to enhance the flavor and texture of air fryer baked apples. Here are some delicious options:
- Granola
- Chopped walnuts, pecans, or almonds
- A drizzle of caramel sauce or maple syrup
- Whipped cream
- A scoop of ice cream
- For a healthier option, top with a spoonful of Greek yogurt and a sprinkle of cinnamon.
- Dried fruits like raisins, cranberries, or chopped dates
- Mix oats with brown sugar and butter, then sprinkle on top before baking for a streusel-like topping.
If you love the cozy flavors of baked apples, you won’t want to miss out on these tasty treats! Try making an Air Fryer Apple Crisp for a quick and satisfying dessert that’s bursting with cinnamon goodness. Or whip up Air Fryer Apple Fritters for a fun twist on a classic favorite. Don’t forget to snack on Air Fryer Apple Chips for a healthy, crunchy option.
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Air Fryer Baked Apples
Ingredients
- 2 apples (1 Granny Smith and & Fuji or your favorite red apple)
- ½ teaspoon Brown sugar
- Pinch of kosher salt
- 1 Tablespoon unsalted butter (1/2 teaspoon melted and 1 ½ teaspoon frozen)
- 2 teaspoons old-fashioned oats (rolled oats or gluten-free oats can also be used)
- ¼ teaspoon all-purpose flour
- 1/8 teaspoon ground cinnamon
- Drizzle of pure vanilla extract
- Pinch of nutmeg (optional)
- Pinch of ground cloves (optional)
- Toppings: whipped cream, vanilla ice cream, and caramel sauce drizzle – optional
- ½ cup of water
Instructions
- Preheat the air fryer to 350 degrees f.
- Place the divided butter half into the freezer.
- Wash and dry the whole apples.
- Core the apple, removing the middle.
- In a small microwave-safe bowl, melt a little butter, about ½ teaspoon.
- Using the pastry brush, brush the melted butter on the top of the apples.
- In a medium-sized bowl, add the brown sugar, frozen butter, kosher salt, oats, flour, cinnamon, and vanilla.
- If you are wanting to add the nutmeg and gloves, now is the time to do it.
- Mix the ingredients with a pastry blender or use your hands.
- Spoon the oatmeal mixture on top of the halves.
- Add the water to the bottom of the air fryer basket. Add in the parchment paper if you use that in your air fryer for the basket. Then add in the filled apples.
Air fry for a cooking time of 10 minutes and then check. Remove them from the air fryer if they are tender apples. If not, put them back in for another three minutes and then check them.
Once done cooking, remove from air fryer and serve immediately as is or with a scoop of vanilla ice cream or whipped cream. For a little extra bit of sweetness/caramelization, drizzle some honey over top before serving.
Notes
Store leftovers in an airtight container for up to two days on the counter.
What kind of apples are best for this baked apple recipe?
We recommend a variety of apple that is on the firmer side like Granny Smith apples, Golden Delicious or Honey Crisp. These are the best apples because they will hold up well during the cooking process and not turn into mush.
Do I need to peel the apples before I air fry them?
No, you don't need to peel them. The skin will get nice and crispy in the air fryer.
What kind of toppings can I use for this air fryer baked apples recipe?
Some great toppings for baked apples include: raisins, dried cranberries, chopped nuts (walnuts, almonds, pecans), brown sugar, caramel sauce, cinnamon sugar, or ice cream. Yum!
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