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Juicy Air Fryer Apple Fritters

Light, tender, and perfectly golden, these Juicy Air Fryer Apple Fritters are packed with fresh apple flavor and warm spices—an easy, healthier twist on a classic dessert that delivers bakery-style results at home.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 15 minutes
Course Breakfast, Dessert, Snack
Cuisine American
Servings 4
Calories 220 kcal

Ingredients
  

Dry Ingredients

  • 2 cups 250 g all-purpose flour
  • 3 tablespoons granulated sugar
  • 2 teaspoons baking powder
  • 1/2 teaspoon baking soda
  • 1/2 teaspoon fine sea salt
  • 1 1/4 teaspoons ground cinnamon
  • 1/4 teaspoon ground nutmeg optional

Wet Ingredients

  • 2 large eggs room temperature
  • 3/4 cup whole milk or plant milk
  • 2 tablespoons unsalted butter melted (or neutral oil)
  • 1 teaspoon vanilla extract

Apples

  • 2 large apples peeled and diced into 1/4-inch pieces
  • 1 tablespoon lemon juice
  • 1 tablespoon cornstarch

For Air Frying

  • Neutral oil spray
  • Glaze Optional
  • 1 cup powdered sugar sifted
  • 2 –3 tablespoons milk
  • 1/2 teaspoon vanilla extract
  • Pinch of salt

Instructions
 

Prepare the Apples

  • Peel and dice the apples into small 1/4-inch cubes.
  • Toss with lemon juice and cornstarch until evenly coated.
  • Set aside for 5 minutes to absorb excess moisture.

Mix the Dry Ingredients

  • In a large bowl, whisk flour, sugar, baking powder, baking soda, salt, cinnamon, and nutmeg.

Combine Wet Ingredients

  • In a separate bowl, whisk eggs, milk, melted butter, and vanilla until smooth.

Form the Batter

  • Pour wet ingredients into the dry mixture.
  • Gently fold until just combined—do not overmix.
  • Add the apple mixture and fold again.
  • Batter should be thick and scoopable.
  • If too thin, add 1–2 tbsp flour.
  • If too thick, add a splash of milk.

Preheat the Air Fryer

  • Preheat to 350°F (175°C) for 3–5 minutes.
  • Lightly coat the basket with oil spray.

Cook the Fritters

  • Scoop 2-tablespoon portions into the basket, leaving space between each.
  • Mist the tops lightly with oil spray.
  • Air fry 7–9 minutes, flip carefully, then cook 4–6 more minutes until golden and cooked through.
  • Repeat with remaining batter.

Glaze (Optional)

  • Mix powdered sugar, milk, vanilla, and pinch of salt until smooth.
  • Dip warm fritters or drizzle glaze over them.
  • Let set on a cooling rack for a few minutes before serving.

Notes

  • Apple Choice: Honey crisp, Fuji, Brae burn, or Granny Smith work best.
  • For Crispier Fritters: Add a touch more oil spray after flipping.
  • Storage: Store in an airtight container for 1 day at room temperature or 3 days refrigerated.
  • Reheat in air fryer at 320°F (160°C) for 3–5 minutes.
  • Freezing: Freeze unglazed fritters up to 1 month. Reheat directly in air fryer.
  • Variations: Add pecans or walnuts.
  • Use maple syrup in glaze.
  • Replace cinnamon with chai spice for a twist.