Crispy Air Fryer Cinnamon Apple Rings – Cozy Fall Treat
Air Fryer Cinnamon Apple Rings – Crispy, sweet, and perfectly spiced, these golden apple rings are the ultimate cozy fall treat. After making these dozens of times, I discovered the trick to preventing sogginess is to slice apples thinly and pat them dry. These are better than takeout and ready in just 20 minutes. Jump to the recipe card or keep reading for my best tips. If you love recipes like this, you’ll also enjoy Delicious Strawberry Crunch Cookies and Fluffy Cottage Cheese Blueberry Cloud Bread.
Why This Crispy Air Fryer Cinnamon Apple Rings – Cozy Fall Treat Is Pure Comfort
- Crispy and golden, just like your favorite apple chips
- Sweet and perfectly spiced with cinnamon
- Healthier than fried apple chips, made in the air fryer
- Easy to make and ready in just 20 minutes
What You'll Need for Crispy Air Fryer Cinnamon Apple Rings – Cozy Fall 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 the best texture.
🛒 Tools & Equipment I Recommend
- Air Fryer — Cooks food crispy without oil, perfect for healthier apple chips → See on Amazon
- Apple Slicer — Makes perfectly even apple slices for consistent cooking → See on Amazon
How to Make Crispy Air Fryer Cinnamon Apple Rings – Cozy Fall Treat
- Prepare Apples: Slice apples thinly using an apple slicer, then pat them dry with a paper towel.
- Coat Apples: Mix cinnamon and sugar, then coat apple slices evenly.
- Air Fry: Preheat air fryer to 320°F (160°C), then cook apple slices in a single layer for 15-20 minutes, flipping halfway.
Cook's Tips for Perfect Crispy Air Fryer Cinnamon Apple Rings – Cozy Fall Treat
- Common mistake and fix: To prevent soggy apple rings, pat them dry before coating and cook at a lower temperature.
- Tip: For extra crispiness, spray apple slices lightly with cooking spray before coating.
- Tip: Store leftovers in an airtight container at room temperature for up to 3 days.
Storing & Reheating Crispy Air Fryer Cinnamon Apple Rings – Cozy Fall 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: These are best made fresh, but you can slice apples ahead of time and store in lemon water to prevent browning.
Freezing Crispy Air Fryer Cinnamon Apple Rings – Cozy Fall Treat
Not recommended.
How to Reheat Without Drying It Out
Oven: Not necessary, these are best enjoyed fresh. Microwave: Not recommended, as it may make them soggy.
Recipe Notes
- Chef tip: For a spicier kick, add a pinch of cayenne pepper to the cinnamon sugar mixture.
- Make-ahead: You can slice apples ahead of time and store in lemon water to prevent browning. Coat and cook just before serving.
- Troubleshooting: If your apple rings are still soggy, try cooking them at a lower temperature or for a longer time.
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Crispy Air Fryer Cinnamon Apple Rings – Cozy Fall Treat
Ingredients
Main Ingredients
- Apples
- Cinnamon
- Sugar
Seasonings
- Ground cinnamon
- Granulated sugar
Optional Toppings
- Powdered sugar for dusting
Instructions
- Prepare Apples: Slice apples thinly using an apple slicer, then pat them dry with a paper towel.
- Coat Apples: Mix cinnamon and sugar, then coat apple slices evenly.
- Air Fry: Preheat air fryer to 320°F (160°C), then cook apple slices in a single layer for 15-20 minutes, flipping halfway.
Notes
- Chef tip: For a spicier kick, add a pinch of cayenne pepper to the cinnamon sugar mixture.
- Make-ahead: You can slice apples ahead of time and store in lemon water to prevent browning. Coat and cook just before serving.
- Troubleshooting: If your apple rings are still soggy, try cooking them at a lower temperature or for a longer time.
Storage
- Fridge: Store in an airtight container at room temperature for up to 3 days.
- Freezer: Not recommended.
- Oven reheat: Not necessary, these are best enjoyed fresh.
- Microwave reheat: Not recommended, as it may make them soggy.
- Make ahead: These are best made fresh, but you can slice apples ahead of time and store in lemon water to prevent browning.
Nutrition Per Serving
- Calories: 70
- Protein: 0g
- Fat: 0g
- Carbs: 18g
- Fiber: 2g
- Sugar: 15g
- 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 – Cozy Fall Treat FAQs
You can slice apples ahead of time and store in lemon water to prevent browning. Coat and cook just before serving.
To prevent soggy apple rings, pat them dry before coating and cook at a lower temperature.
Yes, but firm, tart apples like Granny Smith or Honeycrisp work best for texture.
Yes, bake at 225°F (107°C) for 20-25 minutes, flipping halfway.
Store in an airtight container at room temperature for up to 3 days.
A Warm Final Note
I can’t wait for you to try Crispy Air Fryer Cinnamon Apple Rings – Cozy Fall 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!
