Crispy Air Fryer Cinnamon Apple Fries

 Crispy Air Fryer Cinnamon Apple Fries 

Ingredients

For the Apple Fries:

2 large, firm apples (such as Granny Smith or Honeycrisp)

1 large egg

1 tablespoon milk or water

½ cup all-purpose flour

½ cup panko breadcrumbs

¼ cup granulated sugar

1 teaspoon ground cinnamon

Cooking spray

For the Dipping Sauce (Optional):

¼ cup caramel sauce or vanilla Greek yogurt 

Instructions

Prepare the Apples: Wash and dry the apples. Slice them into ½-inch thick wedges, removing the core. Pat the apple wedges completely dry with a paper towel to ensure the coating adheres properly.

Set Up Coating Station: In a shallow bowl, whisk together the egg and milk (or water). Place the flour in a second shallow bowl. In a third bowl, combine the panko breadcrumbs, sugar, and cinnamon.

Coat the Fries: Working in batches, dredge each apple wedge first in the flour, shaking off any excess. Next, dip it into the egg mixture, allowing the excess to drip off. Finally, press it firmly into the cinnamon panko mixture until fully coated.

Air Fry: Preheat your air fryer to 380°F (195°C). Arrange the coated apple fries in a single layer in the air fryer basket, ensuring they are not touching. Lightly spray them with cooking spray.

Cook: Air fry for 8-10 minutes, flipping halfway through, until the coating is golden brown and crispy.

Serve: Serve the apple fries immediately while hot and crispy, with caramel sauce or yogurt for dipping.