Quick 10-Minute Air Fryer Baked Apples with Warm Cinnamon Spice

Crisp on the outside, tender on the inside, and infused with the comforting aroma of warm cinnamon, these air fryer cinnamon apple slices bring the essence of

Equipment

• Air Fryer: Circulates rapid convective heat to brown fruit edges evenly without deep frying.
• Mandoline or Sharp Chef’s Knife: Ensures uniformly thin, even slices for consistent cooking throughout.
• Medium Mixing Bowl: Allows even spice and oil coating across every single slice before cooking.
• Silicone-Tipped Tongs: Flips delicate, hot fruit slices midway without tearing their softened skins.

Ingredients

• 1 large Honeycrisp or Granny Smith apple: Cored and sliced into uniform 1/4-inch wedges (Granny Smith keeps carbs lower and yields a firmer texture) .
• 1 tsp ground Ceylon cinnamon: Adds warm aroma and subtle sweetness.
• 1/4 tsp ground nutmeg: Imparts deep spiced complexity.
• 1 tsp granular erythritol or monk fruit sweetener: Optional; enhances sweetness without raising sugar counts.
• 1 quick spray (approx. 1/4 tsp) avocado oil or coconut oil spray: Helps spices adhere and prevents scorching.

Instructions

1. Preheat & Prep: Set the air fryer to 375°F (190°C) for 3 minutes to guarantee immediate, even heat.
2. Season: Place sliced apples into a bowl, spritz lightly with oil spray, and toss with cinnamon, nutmeg, and sweetener until every wedge is evenly coated.
3. Arrange: Place seasoned slices into the preheated air fryer basket in a single layer, ensuring pieces do not overlap so circulating air reaches all sides.
4. Cook (First Phase): Air fry at 375°F (190°C) for 5 minutes until the edges begin softening and displaying light golden coloring.
5. Flip & Finish: Turn each slice using silicone tongs, then air fry for another 3 to 4 minutes until edges are tender-crisp with visible, aromatic caramelization.
6. High-Protein Assembly Tip: Plate immediately alongside 3/4 cup of non-fat plain Greek yogurt or whipped cottage cheese dusted with extra cinnamon to add 15–20g of protein to your plate.

Nutrition

Calories: 65 kcal · Protein: 0.4 g · Fat: s: 0.5 g Cholesterol: 0 mg · Carbohydrates: 16 g · Fiber: 3 g · Sugar: 12 g (natural fruit sugars; 0g added sugar) · Sodium: 2 mg