Air Fryer Apple Fritters
Crispy on the outside and soft cinnamon-kissed on the inside, these air fryer apple fritters are a healthier take on the classic treat, bursting with the flavors of seasonal apples and warm spices.
Ingredients
Main Ingredients
- 2 medium apples, peeled, cored, and diced (Granny Smith or Honeycrisp work well) Use firm apples for the best texture.
- 1 cup all-purpose flour
- ½ cup sugar
- 1 teaspoon baking powder
- ½ teaspoon cinnamon
- ¼ teaspoon nutmeg
- a pinch salt
- 1 large egg
- ½ cup milk
- Cooking spray for the air fryer
Instructions
Preparation
- Start by peeling, coring, and dicing the apples into small pieces. Set them aside.
- In a bowl, combine the flour, sugar, baking powder, cinnamon, nutmeg, and salt. Stir until well mixed.
- In another bowl, whisk together the egg and milk until smooth.
- Pour the wet ingredients into the dry mixture, stirring gently until just combined. Be careful not to overmix. Fold in the diced apples.
- Preheat your air fryer to 350°F (175°C) for about 5 minutes.
- Using a spoon or cookie scoop, drop the apple batter into the air fryer basket, leaving some space between each fritter.
- Lightly spray the tops of the fritters with cooking spray for extra crispiness.
- Cook in the air fryer for 8-10 minutes or until golden brown. Check halfway through and flip if needed.
- Once cooked, remove the fritters from the air fryer and let them cool on a wire rack. Dust with powdered sugar before serving, if desired.
Notes
Use firm apples to maintain texture, avoid overmixing, and adjust cooking time based on your air fryer model. Feel free to experiment with additional flavors like dried cranberries or nuts.