Ingredients
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- 4 large crisp apples (Fuji, Honeycrisp, or Gala work best)
- ½ cup all-purpose flour
- ½ cup granulated sugar
- 1 teaspoon ground cinnamon
- ½ teaspoon ground nutmeg (optional)
- 2 large eggs, beaten
- 1 cup panko bread crumbs
- ½ cup chopped nuts (walnuts or pecans, optional)
- Cooking spray or oil spray
- Optional: caramel sauce or honey for drizzling
Instructions
- Start by washing your apples thoroughly. Using a sharp knife or Fullstar Ultimate Veggie Prep Master, slice the apples into thin, uniform fries. Remove the core while keeping the slices even for consistent frying.
- Set up three bowls: one with the flour mixed with cinnamon and nutmeg, one with beaten eggs, and one with panko bread crumbs mixed with chopped nuts if you’re using them. This station will help you create a crispy coating.
- Dredge each apple fry in the flour mixture, then dip into the beaten eggs, and finally coat generously with the panko breadcrumb mixture. Ensure each slice is well-covered to achieve maximum crispiness.
- Preheat your Ninja Air Fryer to 375°F (190°C). Lightly spray the coated apple sticks with cooking spray. Place them in a single layer in the air fryer basket, ensuring they do not overlap. Cook for about 8-10 minutes, flipping halfway through, until golden brown and crispy.
- Once cooked, transfer the apple sticks to a serving plate. For extra sweetness, drizzle with honey or caramel sauce. Serve immediately for the best texture and flavor.
Notes
- Use tart apples like Granny Smith for a different flavor profile.
- Adding chopped nuts enhances the crunch and flavor.
- For gluten-free version, substitute panko with crushed gluten-free cereal or bread crumbs.
- Best enjoyed fresh for maximum crispiness, but can be stored refrigerated for up to 1 day and reheated in the air fryer.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 8-10 minutes
- Category: Dessert, Snack
- Method: Air Fryer
- Cuisine: American
- Diet: Vegetarian
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 apple stick
- Calories: 150 kcal Kcal
- Sugar: 12 g
- Sodium: 20 mg
- Fat: 6 g
- Saturated Fat: 1 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 4 g
- Trans Fat: 0 g
- Carbohydrates: 24 g
- Fiber: 3 g
- Protein: 3 g
- Cholesterol: 15 mg