Crispy Air Fryer Apple Fritters are a quick and easy homemade dessert made with fresh apples, warm cinnamon, and a light glaze — perfectly crispy on the outside and soft on the inside.
Introduction
Crispy Air Fryer Apple Fritters on the outside, soft and fluffy inside — Air Fryer Apple Fritters are the perfect blend of comfort and convenience. These little fall treats are irresistible because they are loaded with warm spices, juicy apple chunks, and a light glaze. The finest aspect? You get the traditional fried crunch without using a lot of oil. This simple air fryer recipe delivers comforting fall flavor to your kitchen in just a few minutes, whether it’s for breakfast, dessert, or a sweet snack.
Ingredients for Crispy Air Fryer Apple Fritters
This recipe (1X) yields 8 fritters
- For the batter
- 1 1/4 cups all-purpose flour
- 1/4 cup sugar
- 2 tsp baking powder
- 1/2 tsp cinnamon
- 1/4 tsp salt
- 1 egg
- 1/2 cup milk
- 1 1/2 tbsp melted butter
- 1 tsp vanilla extract
- For the apple mix
- 2 apples, peeled & diced
- 1 tbsp lemon juice
- 1 tbsp brown sugar (optional)
- For finishing
- cooking spray
- 3/4 cup powdered sugar
- 1 1/2 tbsp milk (for glaze)
Instructions
- Prepare the batter: In a large bowl, whisk together flour, sugar, baking powder, cinnamon, nutmeg, and salt. learn more how to prepare the batter
- Add wet ingredients: Stir in the egg, milk, vanilla, and melted butter until just combined. Gently fold in chopped apples.
- Shape the fritters: Drop spoonfuls of the batter onto parchment paper or lightly oiled air fryer liners.
- Air fry: Cook at 375°F (190°C) for 6–8 minutes per side, flipping halfway through, until golden brown and crisp.
- Make the glaze: Mix powdered sugar, milk, and vanilla until smooth. Drizzle over warm fritters or dust with cinnamon sugar.
Tips & Variations
- Extra crunch: Add chopped pecans or walnuts to the batter.
- Healthier option: Use whole wheat flour and less sugar for a lighter version.
- Storage: Store leftovers in an airtight container and reheat in the air fryer for a few minutes to crisp up again.
Final Thoughts
These Crispy Air Fryer Apple Fritters give you all the joy of classic fried fritters golden, spiced, and sweet but in a lighter, easier, and faster way. With their irresistible texture and comforting flavor, they’re bound to become your new favorite fall tradition.
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