Description
Delicious and healthy Air Fryer Baked Apples stuffed with a flavorful mixture of nuts, dried fruit, spices, and brown sugar, cooked to tender perfection in just 30 minutes. A perfect warm dessert that’s simple, quick, and customizable with optional vanilla ice cream or Greek yogurt.
Ingredients
Scale
Apples
- 4 medium apples (Honeycrisp, Fuji, or Gala)
Filling
- 1/4 cup chopped walnuts or pecans
- 2 tablespoons raisins or dried cranberries
- 2 tablespoons brown sugar or coconut sugar
- 1 teaspoon ground cinnamon
- 1/4 teaspoon ground nutmeg
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 1 tablespoon melted butter or coconut oil
Optional Serving
- Vanilla ice cream or Greek yogurt
Instructions
- Preheat the Air Fryer: Set your air fryer to 350°F (175°C) and allow it to preheat to ensure even cooking of the apples.
- Prepare the Apples: Carefully core each apple, making sure to leave the bottom intact so the filling stays inside during cooking.
- Make the Filling: In a small bowl, combine chopped nuts, raisins, brown sugar, cinnamon, nutmeg, vanilla extract, and melted butter. Mix thoroughly until all ingredients are well incorporated.
- Stuff the Apples: Fill each cored apple with the prepared mixture, pressing down gently to compact the filling into the hollow centers.
- Arrange in Air Fryer: Place the stuffed apples upright in the air fryer basket, ensuring they do not touch, to allow proper air circulation for even cooking.
- Cook the Apples: Air fry the apples for 15-20 minutes until they become tender and the filling is bubbly and caramelized.
- Serve: Carefully remove the apples from the air fryer and let them cool slightly before serving. For an extra treat, serve with a scoop of vanilla ice cream or a dollop of Greek yogurt.
Notes
- Choose firm apples like Honeycrisp, Fuji, or Gala for the best texture and taste.
- Be careful not to core through the bottom of the apple to keep the filling contained.
- Adjust the sugar amount to your preference, or substitute with coconut sugar for a healthier option.
- Optional toppings such as vanilla ice cream or Greek yogurt add creaminess and complement the warm spices.
- For a nut-free version, omit nuts and increase dried fruit quantity.
- Cooking times may vary slightly depending on the size of the apples and your specific air fryer model.
