These air fryer spiced apples bring the essence of autumn right to your kitchen in just 25 minutes. Tender, warmly-spiced apple slices emerge perfectly caramelized, creating a healthier twist on traditional apple pie filling.
With only 374 calories per serving and packed with fiber, this quick dessert satisfies your sweet cravings without the guilt. Perfect as a standalone treat, ice cream topping, or breakfast addition – these versatile spiced apples deliver cozy comfort in every bite.
Ingredients Needed
- Apples: 2 medium-sized, fresh and firm
- Maple Syrup: 1/4 cup for natural sweetness
- Ground Cinnamon: 1/2 teaspoon for warm spice flavor
- Pecans: 1/4 cup, chopped for delightful crunch
- Raisins: 1/4 cup for natural sweetness
- Coconut Oil: 1/2 tablespoon, melted for richness
Cooking Instructions
- Prep the Apples: Wash apples thoroughly and remove stickers. Slice them in half and remove the cores carefully.
- Create Syrup Mix: Combine maple syrup, melted coconut oil, and cinnamon until well blended.
- Fill Apples: Gently spoon the syrup mixture into the cored apple centers.
- Initial Air Frying: Air fry at 325°F (162°C) for 18 minutes until tender.
- Prepare Topping: While apples cook, mix chopped pecans, raisins, and remaining coconut oil.
- Final Touch: Add pecan mixture on top of apples and air fry for additional 2 minutes.
Cooking Tips for Perfect Air Fryer Apples
The magic of this recipe happens at 325°F – this sweet spot gives you tender apples without turning them mushy. Pick firm apples that hold their shape well, like Honeycrisp or Granny Smith. When adding the maple mixture, spoon it slowly into the center to prevent spillover. Your air fryer basket should have enough space between the apples for good air flow.
Easy Swaps & Variations
Don’t have maple syrup? Honey works beautifully here too! Switch up the pecans with walnuts or almonds if you like. Not a fan of raisins? Try dried cranberries or chopped dates instead. You can also use butter in place of coconut oil for a more traditional flavor. Feel free to add a pinch of nutmeg or apple pie spice to the cinnamon for extra warmth.
Serving Ideas
These warm, tender apples are amazing on their own, but why stop there? Add a scoop of vanilla ice cream while they’re still warm, or top with a dollop of whipped cream. They’re perfect for breakfast too – try them over oatmeal or yogurt. For extra decadence, drizzle with caramel sauce just before serving.
Storage Tips
These spiced apples taste best fresh from the air fryer, but you can keep leftovers in an airtight container in the fridge for up to 3 days. To reheat, pop them back in the air fryer for 2-3 minutes at 300°F, or microwave in 30-second bursts until warm. The nuts might lose some crunch, so you might want to add fresh ones when reheating.
Air Fryer Spiced Apples
Equipment
- Air Fryer
Ingredients
- 2 medium apples
- 1/4 cup maple syrup
- 1/2 teaspoon cinnamon
- 1/4 cup pecans chopped
- 1/4 cup raisins
- 1/2 tablespoon coconut oil melted
Instructions
- First, start by washing the apples and removing all the stickers. Then slice the apples in half, remove the cores.
- Mix together the maple syrup, coconut oil, and cinnamon.
- Carefully spoon into the center of the cored apples.
- Air fryer the apples at 325F/162C for 18 minutes.
- While apples are cooking combine the pecans, raisins and melted coconut oil.
- At the 18 minute mark open, the air fryer and top the spiced apples with the pecan mixture.
- Air Fry another 2 minutes. Enjoy!
