Crispy Air Fryer Apple Chips (Printable View)
Thin apple slices air-fried until golden and crisp, lightly dusted with warm cinnamon for a naturally sweet, crunchy snack.
# Ingredient List:
→ Fruit
01 - 2 medium apples, any variety such as Fuji, Gala, or Honeycrisp
→ Seasonings
02 - 1 teaspoon ground cinnamon
03 - 1 teaspoon coconut sugar or maple sugar, optional for added sweetness
→ Others
04 - Nonstick cooking spray or neutral oil for light coating, optional
# How to Prepare:
01 - Wash apples thoroughly and remove cores using an apple corer or sharp knife. Slice apples crosswise into thin rounds approximately 1/8 inch thick using a mandoline slicer for uniformity.
02 - Pat apple slices dry with paper towels to remove excess surface moisture, which helps achieve crispier results.
03 - Place apple slices in a single layer in the air fryer basket without overlapping. Work in batches if necessary to ensure proper air circulation and even cooking.
04 - Lightly spray or brush slices with oil if desired. Sprinkle ground cinnamon evenly over all apple slices. Add coconut sugar or maple sugar if using extra sweetness.
05 - Air fry at 325°F for 12 to 15 minutes. Flip all slices after 7 minutes for even cooking. Monitor closely during the final minutes to prevent burning as cooking times vary by apple variety and thickness.
06 - Remove golden crisp chips from air fryer and transfer to a wire rack. Allow chips to cool completely as they will continue crisping during the cooling process.
# Expert Suggestions:
01 -
- Satisfies that crunch craving without the guilt of processed potato chips
- Your kitchen will smell like the best apple orchard in autumn
- Takes zero culinary skill but makes you look like a snack genius
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- Thinner slices crisp faster and more evenly, while thicker ones tend to stay chewy in the center
- Some apples release more moisture than others, so cooking times can vary by variety
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- Work quickly once apples are sliced to prevent oxidation and browning
- If chips lose their crunch, a quick 2 minute rendezvous in the air fryer brings them back to life