Crispy Air Fryer Cinnamon Apple Rings – Sweet, Spiced Treat
Air Fryer Cinnamon Apple Rings are crispy, sweet, and perfectly spiced. After making these dozens of times, I discovered the trick to getting them just right. The warm, cinnamon scent will fill your kitchen and make your home feel cozy. If you love recipes like this, you’ll also enjoy Crispy Jalapeño Popper Egg Rolls and The Best Raspberry Bread.
Why This Crispy Air Fryer Cinnamon Apple Rings – Sweet, Spiced Treat Is Pure Comfort
- Easy to make with just 3 ingredients
- Healthier than traditional apple chips
- Perfect for snacking or gifting
What You'll Need for Crispy Air Fryer Cinnamon Apple Rings – Sweet, Spiced Treat
Choosing the right ingredients makes a big difference, but this recipe is forgiving enough to work with what you have.
- Apples
- Cinnamon
- Sugar
- Ground cinnamon
- Granulated sugar
- Optional: Powdered sugar for dusting
📝 Ingredient Notes
- Apples: Use firm, tart apples like Granny Smith or Honeycrisp for best results.
🛒 Tools & Equipment I Recommend
- Air Fryer — Cooks food with little to no oil, making these apple rings healthier → See on Amazon
- Apple Slicer — Makes perfectly even slices for even cooking → See on Amazon
How to Make Crispy Air Fryer Cinnamon Apple Rings – Sweet, Spiced Treat
- Prepare Apples: Slice apples into 1/4-inch rings, remove core, and pat dry.
- Season: Mix cinnamon and sugar, then coat both sides of apple rings.
- Air Fry: Arrange rings in air fryer basket, spray lightly with oil, and cook at 320°F for 10-15 minutes.
- Serve: Let cool, then dust with powdered sugar and serve.
Cook's Tips for Perfect Crispy Air Fryer Cinnamon Apple Rings – Sweet, Spiced Treat
- : For even cooking, make sure apple slices are of uniform thickness.
- Common mistake and fix: If apples are browning too quickly, reduce heat or cover with a light sprinkle of cornstarch.
- : To make ahead, store in an airtight container at room temperature for up to 3 days.
Storing & Reheating Crispy Air Fryer Cinnamon Apple Rings – Sweet, Spiced Treat
Short-Term Storage
Store in an airtight container in the fridge. Store in an airtight container at room temperature for up to 3 days. Make-ahead tip: Can be made up to 1 day ahead.
Freezing Crispy Air Fryer Cinnamon Apple Rings – Sweet, Spiced Treat
Not recommended.
How to Reheat Without Drying It Out
Oven: Not necessary. Microwave: Not recommended.
Recipe Notes
- Chef tip: For a spicier kick, add a pinch of cayenne pepper to the cinnamon sugar mixture.
- Best substitution: No substitutions for apples, but you can use different spices like nutmeg or allspice for a variation.
- Make-ahead: Can be made up to 1 day ahead. Store in an airtight container at room temperature.
- Scaling: This recipe can easily be doubled or tripled for larger crowds.
- Troubleshooting: If apples are browning too quickly, reduce heat or cover with a light sprinkle of cornstarch.
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Crispy Air Fryer Cinnamon Apple Rings – Sweet, Spiced Treat
Ingredients
Main Ingredients
- Apples
- Cinnamon
- Sugar
Seasonings
- Ground cinnamon
- Granulated sugar
Optional Toppings
- Powdered sugar for dusting
Instructions
- Prepare Apples: Slice apples into 1/4-inch rings, remove core, and pat dry.
- Season: Mix cinnamon and sugar, then coat both sides of apple rings.
- Air Fry: Arrange rings in air fryer basket, spray lightly with oil, and cook at 320°F for 10-15 minutes.
- Serve: Let cool, then dust with powdered sugar and serve.
Notes
- Chef tip: For a spicier kick, add a pinch of cayenne pepper to the cinnamon sugar mixture.
- Best substitution: No substitutions for apples, but you can use different spices like nutmeg or allspice for a variation.
- Make-ahead: Can be made up to 1 day ahead. Store in an airtight container at room temperature.
- Scaling: This recipe can easily be doubled or tripled for larger crowds.
- Troubleshooting: If apples are browning too quickly, reduce heat or cover with a light sprinkle of cornstarch.
Storage
- Fridge: Store in an airtight container at room temperature for up to 3 days.
- Freezer: Not recommended.
- Oven reheat: Not necessary.
- Microwave reheat: Not recommended.
- Make ahead: Can be made up to 1 day ahead.
Nutrition Per Serving
- Calories: 70
- Protein: 0g
- Fat: 0g
- Carbs: 18g
- Fiber: 2g
- Sugar: 12g
- Sodium: 1mg
- Cholesterol: 0mg
- Sat. Fat: 0g
Nutritional values are estimates only. Actual values may vary by brand and portion size.
Crispy Air Fryer Cinnamon Apple Rings – Sweet, Spiced Treat FAQs
Yes, store in an airtight container at room temperature for up to 3 days.
Reduce heat or cover with a light sprinkle of cornstarch to prevent over-browning.
Firm, tart apples like Granny Smith or Honeycrisp work best, but you can experiment with other varieties.
Yes, bake at 225°F for 25-30 minutes, flipping halfway through.
Add a pinch of cayenne pepper to the cinnamon sugar mixture for a spicier kick.
A Warm Final Note
I can’t wait for you to try Crispy Air Fryer Cinnamon Apple Rings – Sweet, Spiced Treat and see how effortlessly it comes together. When you make it, pop back here and leave a rating or share how it turned out — I love hearing from you!
