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Last updated on September 28th, 2023 at 04:08 pm
These air fryer baked apples are a delightful dessert that will have your whole family asking for more! We’ll show you how to make these delicious air fryer apples in just a few steps, so you’ll be enjoying a tasty treat in minutes.
Our air fryer baked apples are sweet and flavorful, just like oven-baked apples. Plus, they’re great for when you want a lighter dessert.
Why You’ll Love These Air Fryer Apples With Pecan Filling
These “baked” apples are a great way to end any day. With an easy-to-make pecan filling, this recipe only requires a handful of ingredients. And, you can make just one or two if that’s all you need – no need to make a whole pan.
Equipment Needed to Make Air Fryer Apples
- Air Fryer
- Measuring Spoons (tbsp, 1/2 tsp)
- Measuring Cup (1/4)
- Knife
- Spoon
Ingredients For Your Air Fryer Baked Apples
- 4 apples
- 1 tbsp brown sugar
- ½ tsp ground cinnamon
Topping
- ¼ cup pecans
- 1 tbsp almond flour
- 2 tbsp brown sugar
- 1 tbsp coconut oil
- ½ tsp ground cinnamon
You’ll notice from this ingredient list, that this recipe is vegan and gluten-free. Everyone will love it!
How to Make Air Fryer Baked Apples
The first step to this simple recipe is to cut the tops off of the apples.
Next, remove the cores, leaving a hole in the center of the apple for the filling.
Place the apples in your preheated air fryer, and spread brown sugar and cinnamon on top of them. Cook for 15 minutes.
While the apples are cooking, make the topping with your chopped pecans, brown sugar, cinnamon, and other ingredients.
Remove the baked apples from the air fryer, and stuff with the pecan mixture.
Cook for another five minutes.
Enjoy your warm “baked” apples!
What to Serve with Your Air Fryer Apples
These air fryer baked apples are perfect on their own, but if you’re looking for something to go with them, try one of these options:
- Vanilla ice cream
- Whipped cream
- Caramel apple dip
Popular Substitutes & Additions
If you’re looking for a variation on this air fryer baked apple recipe, consider these:
- Add ¼ cup raisins or dried cranberries to the mix before air frying.
- Sprinkle with mini chocolate chips before air frying.
- Add ¼ cup chopped walnuts to the mix.
- Top with caramel sauce after they’re done cooking.
What are the best apples for baking?
Just like for eating, apples are best for baking when they’re fresh and in season. There’s nothing quite as good as a freshly-baked apples like these.
Air-fryer baked apples can be made with any number of different apple varieties, from the tart Granny Smith to the delicious Honeycrisp.
Here’s a list of our favorite baking apples:
- Granny Smith
- Empire
- Winesap
- Braeburn
- Gala
- Honeycrisp
- Jonagold
- Cortland
- Pink Lady / Cripps Pink
Air Fryer Baked Apples Recipe With Pecan Filling
Ingredients
- 4 apples
- 1 tbsp brown sugar
- ½ tsp ground cinnamon
Topping
- ¼ cup pecans
- 1 tbsp almond flour
- 2 tbsp brown sugar
- 1 tbsp coconut oil
- ½ tsp ground cinnamon
Instructions
- Preheat air fryer to 320 degrees.
- Chop off the top of the apples, and remove the cores, leaving a hole in the center of the apple for the filling.
- Place them in the preheated air fryer, and spread 1 tbsp of brown sugar and ½ tsp of ground cinnamon on top of them.
- Cook at 320 degrees Fahrenheit for 15 minutes.
- For the topping/filling, chop pecans into small pieces, and mix with almond flour, brown sugar, and coconut oil.
- Remove the air fryer basket, and stuff the apples with the pecan mix. Cook for another 5 minutes in the air fryer.
- Enjoy while warm.
How to Reheat and Store Air Fryer Baked Apples
The Best Way to Store Leftovers
If you have leftovers, air fryer baked apples can be stored in the refrigerator for up to three days.
Can I Freeze Air Fryer Apples?
Yes, air fryer baked apples can be frozen for up to two months.
How to Reheat Air Fryer Baked Apples
There are a few ways you can reheat air fryer baked apples:
- Place them in the air fryer, and bake at 320 degrees Fahrenheit for five minutes.
- Put them in the air fryer at the lowest setting until warmed through.
- Place them in the microwave, and heat them on high for 30 seconds, or until heated thoroughly.
Air fryer baked apples are a delicious way to enjoy this fall fruit. They’re easy, they taste great, and you’ll get plenty of nutrients from the apple and the nuts. The best part is that this treat is perfect for any occasion – breakfast, dessert, or even an afternoon snack.
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Tina Alexander
I haven’t prepared any desserts in my air fryer yet, but this is a simple enough recipe to try.I would substitute different nuts.
Lauryn R
I love baked apples and this recipe sounds delicious! I will definitely have to try making some of these really soon.
Rita Wray
Looks delicious.