Best Air Fryer Baked Apples Recipe How To Make Air Fryer Apples

Ingredients

3 Pink Lady apples

2 tbsp. granulated sugar, plus more for sprinkling

1 tsp. cornstarch

1/2 tsp. ground cinnamon, plus more for sprinkling

1/4 c. water

1 tsp. fresh lemon juice

All-purpose flour, for dusting

1 refrigerated pie crust

1 large egg, beaten to blend

Caramel sauce, for drizzling (optional)

Preparation

Step 1Peel and finely chop 1 apple. Transfer to a small pot. Add sugar, cornstarch, and cinnamon and toss to coat. Add water and lemon juice, then bring to a simmer over medium heat. Cook, stirring frequently, until apples are tender and liquid thickens, about 10 minutes.Step 2Meanwhile, slice off top 1/2" of remaining 2 apples. Hollow out apples with a melon baller or teaspoon. Arrange apples on a work surface and fill with cooked apple mixture.Step 3On a lightly floured surface, roll out dough to 1/8" thick. Cut out 2 (4") circles. Slice each circle into scant 1/4"-thick strips. Arrange strips in a lattice pattern over each apple, pressing outer edges into apple and trimming any excess.Step 4Brush dough with egg; sprinkle with sugar and cinnamon. Place apples in an air-fryer basket. Cook at 350° until tender, filling is bubbling, and crust is golden, about 14 minutes. Let cool slightly before drizzling with caramel sauce, if using.

Serve with caramel sauce or a scoop of vanilla ice cream for a decadent upgrade, or make this breakfast-y and serve with a spoonful of Greek yogurt. Pink Lady apples are recommended here, but if you can’t find them, another baking apple like Jonagold, Honeycrisp, or Braeburn will do.