Air Fryer Apples

5 from 1 vote

Air Fryer Apples are a healthy and easy dessert that are perfect for satisfying your sweet tooth. With a delicious oat and nut filling, they are crispy, crunchy, and packed full of flavor. Plus, they're quick to make and can be customized to your liking.

Prep Time15

Cook Time20

Course: Dessert

Cuisine: Western European

Servings:

Calories: 167kcal

Author: Sabine Venier

Equipment

Spoon or melon baller
Mixing bowl
Measuring cups/spoons
Air Fryer
Oven mitts
Serving dish
Whisk or spoon for stirring
Knife
Cutting board
Silicone spatula

Ingredients

2 apples
¼ cup rolled oats
¼ cup chopped walnuts
½ teaspoon ground cinnamon
pinch nutmeg
1 tablespoon unsalted butter melted
2 tablespoon maple syrup

Instructions

Cut apples in half vertically and use a spoon or melon baller to remove the core and seeds. Set aside.
In a mixing bowl, stir together the rolled oats, walnuts, cinnamon, and nutmeg. Drizzle the melted butter and maple syrup over the oat mixture and stir until the mixture is crumbly and well coated.
Spoon the oat mixture into the hollow center of each apple, packing it down slightly.
Preheat your air fryer to 350°F (175°C). Once preheated, place the apples carefully inside and cook for 15-20 minutes, or until the apples are tender and the filling is golden brown and crispy.
Remove the apples from the air fryer and allow them to cool for a minute or two. Serve warm with whipped cream or vanilla ice cream, if desired.

Video

Notes

Cooking Time and Temperature

Air fry at 350°F (175°C) for 15-20 minutes, until the apples are tender and the oat filling is golden brown and crisp.

Taste & Texture

These apples are soft and warm inside, with a slightly crisp oat and walnut topping. The cinnamon and nutmeg add a little spice, while the maple syrup gives the filling a mild sweetness.

Storage, Freezing & Reheating

Refrigerator: Store leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator.
Freezer: The source recipe doesn’t provide freezing instructions, so I wouldn’t recommend a specific freezer time.
Reheating: Reheat the apples in the air fryer until warmed through so the topping has a chance to crisp up again.

Serving Recommendations

I like these best while they’re still warm. A scoop of vanilla ice cream works really well because it melts a little into the oat filling.

If I want something lighter, I’ll use a spoonful of Greek yogurt instead. A little extra maple syrup on top is also good if the apples themselves aren’t very sweet.

Recipe Variations and Substitutions

Walnuts: Replace them with pecans or almonds.
Spices: Use pumpkin pie spice instead of cinnamon and nutmeg.
Maple syrup: Keep the maple syrup for the same flavor and moisture in the filling.
Nuts: Leave them out if needed, although the filling will have less crunch.
Serving: Add whipped cream, vanilla ice cream, or a drizzle of caramel sauce after cooking.

Proper Storage Tips

Let leftovers cool before putting them into a container.
Store them covered in the refrigerator.
Keep the filling side facing up so it doesn’t get squashed.
Reheat only what you plan to eat.
I’d avoid leaving them sitting at room temperature for long periods once cooked.

Pro Tips

Cut the apples in half as evenly as you can so they cook at a similar rate.
Use a spoon or melon baller to remove the core without cutting through the bottom.
Stick with rolled oats for the filling.
Mix the melted butter and maple syrup through the dry ingredients until everything is coated.
Pack the filling down slightly before air frying.
Preheat the air fryer to 350°F (175°C) before adding the apples.
Start checking at 15 minutes.
Remove them carefully because both the fruit and filling will be very hot.
Let them stand for a minute or two before serving.

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