Air Fryer Pear Chips
Ready in about 28 minutes.
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Naturally sweet pear chips with crisp edges and delicate fruit flavour. A lovely snack that feels a bit different from apple chips.
Written for 2. Cook in batches rather than stacking if you scale up.
Ingredients
- 2 pears, thinly sliced
- 1/2 tsp cinnamon
Method
- 1Slice the pears very thinly and pat dry.
- 2Dust with cinnamon.
- 3Preheat the air fryer to 150°C / 300°F.
- 4Air fry for 15-20 minutes, flipping halfway, until dry and crisp.
- 5Cool completely before serving.
Tips for the best results
- They crisp more as they cool.
- Use firm pears for the best slices.
Common mistakes to avoid
- Crowding the basket so air fryer pear chips steams instead of browning.
- Skipping the flip halfway, which leaves one side pale.
Frequently Asked Questions
What temperature and time for air fryer pear chips?
A typical starting point is 150°C / 300°F for 15-20 min, flip halfway. Thickness and wattage change the finish, so check early.
Can I make air fryer pear chips 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 pear chips serve?
This recipe is written for 2. For a fuller basket, cook in batches rather than stacking, or add a couple of minutes and shake more often.