Made By Emily
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Crispy Air Fryer Apple Chips with Cinnamon

Crispy air fryer apple chips sprinkled with cinnamon on a plate

Recipe Summary

  • Preparation Time: 10 minutes
  • Cooking Time: 20 minutes
  • Total Time: 30 minutes
  • Servings: 2
  • Cuisine: Snack
  • Course: Snack or light treat
  • Calories: 80 per serving

Ingredients

  • 2 firm apples (about 300–350 g total)
  • ½ teaspoon (1 g) ground cinnamon
  • 1 teaspoon (4 g) sugar, optional

Instructions

  1. Core the apples and slice them into very thin, even rings about ⅛-inch (~3 mm) thick. Using a mandoline slicer ensures uniform slices, which crisp up evenly.
  2. Arrange the apple slices in a single layer inside the air fryer basket. Avoid overlapping to help them cook uniformly.
  3. Lightly sprinkle cinnamon and the optional sugar over the apple slices.
  4. Air-fry the slices at 300°F (150°C) for 15 to 20 minutes. Flip or turn the slices every 5 minutes to ensure all sides crisp evenly. Thin slices may brown sooner; remove them early to prevent burning.
  5. Transfer the chips to a cooling rack and let them cool for about 10 minutes to finish crisping. If some slices are still pliable, return them to the air fryer for 2–3 more minutes, watching closely to avoid overbaking.

Recipe Notes

  • Use firm apples; softer varieties may not crisp well.
  • Slice consistently thin, aiming for the same thickness to avoid uneven cooking.
  • Don’t overcrowd the air fryer basket—work in batches if needed for best results.
  • Keep flipping slices regularly to avoid burning and to maintain even crispness.

Nutrition Estimate

  • Calories: 80 per serving (about half the recipe)
  • Protein: 0.3 g
  • Carbohydrates: 22 g
  • Fat: 0 g

Values are estimates and may vary by ingredients and portion size.