Air Fryer Baked Apples
Ready in about 24 minutes.
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Soft baked apples with a warm cinnamon centre and tender skin. A simple old-fashioned dessert made even easier.
Written for 4. Cook in batches rather than stacking if you scale up.
Ingredients
- 4 apples
- 2 tbsp brown sugar
- 1 tsp cinnamon
- 2 tbsp butter
Method
- 1Core the apples and fill the centres with sugar, cinnamon and a little butter.
- 2Preheat the air fryer to 180°C / 350°F.
- 3Air fry for 12-16 minutes until tender.
- 4Serve warm.
Tips for the best results
- Firm apples hold their shape best.
- Serve with cream, yoghurt or ice cream.
Common mistakes to avoid
- Crowding the basket so air fryer baked apples steams instead of browning.
- Pulling air fryer baked apples the moment the timer ends without checking the centre.
Frequently Asked Questions
What temperature and time for air fryer baked apples?
A typical starting point is 180°C / 350°F for 12-16 min. Thickness and wattage change the finish, so check early.
Can I make air fryer baked apples ahead?
Cook it, cool it quickly, and refrigerate. Reheat in the air fryer at a slightly lower temperature so the outside does not dry before the middle is hot.
How many people does air fryer baked apples serve?
This recipe is written for 4. For a fuller basket, cook in batches rather than stacking, or add a couple of minutes and shake more often.