Crispy Air Fryer Apple Fries with Cinnamon Sugar (Print version)
Warm apple wedges coated in cinnamon sugar and crisp panko, air fried until golden and tender inside.
# Ingredients:
For the apple fries
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2 large firm apples, such as Granny Smith or Honeycrisp
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1 tablespoon fresh lemon juice
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1/3 cup (42 g) all-purpose flour
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1 tablespoon cornstarch
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1/4 teaspoon fine salt
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2 large eggs
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1 cup (60 g) panko breadcrumbs
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1/4 cup (50 g) granulated sugar
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1 1/2 teaspoons ground cinnamon
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Neutral oil spray
For serving
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2 tablespoons cinnamon sugar, for finishing
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Caramel sauce or vanilla yogurt, optional
# Instructions:
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Preheat the air fryer to 380°F for 3 minutes. Lightly coat the basket with oil spray.
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Core the apples and cut them into 1/2-inch wedges or fry-shaped sticks. Toss with lemon juice, then pat dry with a clean towel.
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In one shallow bowl, whisk flour, cornstarch, and salt. In a second bowl, beat the eggs. In a third bowl, stir panko, sugar, and cinnamon.
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Dredge each apple wedge in the flour mixture, dip in egg, then press into the cinnamon panko until coated. Set on a plate for 3 minutes.
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Arrange the apple fries in a single layer with space between them. Spray the tops with oil. Air fry for 7-9 minutes, turning once and spraying again, until golden and crisp.
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Sprinkle the hot apple fries with extra cinnamon sugar. Serve right away with caramel sauce or vanilla yogurt if desired.
# Good to know:
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Best served immediately while the panko coating is crisp.
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Cook in batches if the air fryer basket is small.
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Use firm apples for the best texture.