Name: Cinnamon Air Fryer Apples
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 25 min
Total time: 40 min
Yield: 4 servings
Cuisine: Mediterranean-American
Ingredients: 4 medium Honeycrisp or Fuji apples, cored and cut into 1-inch chunks; 2 tablespoons unsalted butter, melted; 2 tablespoons maple syrup; 1 teaspoon ground cinnamon; 1/4 teaspoon ground nutmeg; 1 tablespoon lemon juice; Pinch of salt; Optional: chopped pecans or walnuts for topping

Cinnamon Air Fryer Apples

By Chef Elena Rossi Founder, Culinary Director & Recipe Developer (@recipestokitchen) · Tested & Updated November 5, 2026

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3. Step-by-Step Visual Guide

In Part 3 of making Cinnamon Air Fryer Apples, let’s walk through the hands-on cooking technique so your texture turns out restaurant-worthy at home.

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Start by coring and cutting your apples into uniform chunks—about 1-inch pieces work best for even cooking. Toss them in a bowl with the melted butter, maple syrup, cinnamon, nutmeg, lemon juice, and a pinch of salt. Make sure every piece is well coated; this is what creates that gorgeous glaze.

Preheat the air fryer, then arrange the apples in a single layer in the basket. Cook at 375°F for 10-12 minutes, giving the basket a good shake halfway. You’ll know they’re ready when the edges are golden and the centers are fork-tender. Serve them warm—they’re fantastic straight from the basket!

Head to Page 4 for my Make-Ahead, Storage & Reheating Tips plus what to serve alongside this dish!

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Cinnamon Air Fryer Apples

Tender, caramelized apple chunks with a warm cinnamon kick, made effortlessly in the air fryer. A cozy, healthier dessert that tastes like apple pie filling without the fuss.

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Prep Time10 mins

Cook Time12 mins

Total Time22 mins

Servings4 servings

CourseDessert

Calories180 kcal

🛒 Ingredients (Check Off As You Measure)

4 medium Honeycrisp or Fuji apples, cored and cut into 1-inch chunks
2 tablespoons unsalted butter, melted
2 tablespoons maple syrup
1 teaspoon ground cinnamon
1/4 teaspoon ground nutmeg
1 tablespoon lemon juice
Pinch of salt
Optional: chopped pecans or walnuts for topping

🍳 Step-by-Step Instructions

In a large bowl, toss the apple chunks with melted butter, maple syrup, cinnamon, nutmeg, lemon juice, and salt until evenly coated.
Preheat your air fryer to 375°F (190°C) for 2 minutes.
Place the apples in the air fryer basket in a single layer (work in batches if needed). Air fry for 10-12 minutes, shaking the basket halfway through, until the apples are tender and lightly caramelized.
Serve warm, topped with chopped nuts if desired, or over vanilla ice cream or yogurt.
Store leftovers in an airtight container in the fridge for up to 4 days.

👩🍳 Chef Elena’s Kitchen Notes & Storage

For extra caramelization, don't overcrowd the basket—give the apples room to breathe. You can swap the maple syrup for honey or brown sugar, and add a pinch of cardamom for a different twist. These keep well in the fridge for up to 4 days, and you can reheat them in the air fryer at 350°F for 2-3 minutes.

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Estimated Nutrition (Per Serving):

Calories: 180 kcalProtein: 1gCarbs: 30gFat: 7gFiber: 4g

Recipe Developed & Tested By

Chef Elena Rossi

Ciao, I'm Elena! Trained in Florence and based in Chicago, I founded RecipesTo Kitchen (and our @recipestokitchen Pinterest community of 296,580+ monthly home cooks) to share foolproof weeknight dinners, cozy one-pot pastas, and bakery-style desserts that work on the very first try.

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