Air Fryer Baked Apples

These Air Fryer Baked Apples are a warm, comforting dessert that transforms plain apples into a tender, caramel-kissed delight, perfect for quick indulgence.

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Prep Time 10

Cook Time 20

Total Time 30

Servings: 4 servings

Course: Dessert

Cuisine: American

Calories: 150

Ingredients Method Notes

Ingredients

For the baked apples

4 medium medium apples Use Honeycrisp, Fuji, or Gala for best results.
2 tablespoons brown sugar Can be substituted with coconut or maple sugar.
1 teaspoon cinnamon Adjust to taste.
1 tablespoon butter Use for topping each apple.

Optional toppings

vanilla ice cream For a creamy accompaniment.
caramel sauce Drizzle for added sweetness.

Method

Preparation

Preheat the air fryer to 350°F (175°C).
Core the apples and place them in a bowl.
Mix brown sugar and cinnamon in a small bowl, then sprinkle the mixture inside each apple.
Place a small piece of butter on top of each apple.
Arrange the apples in the air fryer basket.

Cooking

Cook for about 15-20 minutes, or until the apples are tender.
Serve warm, optionally topped with ice cream or caramel sauce.

Notes

Let cooled apples sit in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3 days. Reheat gently in the air fryer or microwave before serving. Choose apples that hold their shape, and don't overfill the cavity.