Description

Delightfully tender and warmly spiced Air Fryer Baked Apples stuffed with a sweet and nutty filling, perfect for a healthy dessert or snack in just 30 minutes.

Ingredients

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 Toppings

Vanilla ice cream or Greek yogurt for serving

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Instructions

Preheat the Air Fryer: Set your air fryer to 350°F (175°C) and allow it to preheat while you prepare the apples.
Core the Apples: Carefully core each apple, ensuring you leave the bottom intact so the filling stays inside during cooking.
Prepare the Filling: In a small bowl, combine the chopped nuts, raisins, brown sugar, cinnamon, nutmeg, vanilla extract, and melted butter. Mix well until all ingredients are thoroughly blended.
Stuff the Apples: Fill each hollowed apple with the nut and dried fruit mixture, pressing down gently to pack the filling securely inside.
Arrange in Air Fryer Basket: Place the stuffed apples upright in the air fryer basket, making sure they do not touch to allow even air circulation and cooking.
Air Fry the Apples: Cook the apples at 350°F (175°C) for 15-20 minutes until they are tender and the filling is bubbly and nicely caramelized on top.
Serve: Carefully remove the apples from the air fryer and let cool slightly. Serve warm, optionally topped with a scoop of vanilla ice cream or a dollop of Greek yogurt for added creaminess.

Notes

You can substitute the nuts and dried fruits according to your preference or what you have on hand.
If you prefer a vegan version, use coconut oil and avoid dairy toppings.
Choose firm apples to hold their shape during air frying.
Keep an eye on the apples during cooking time as air fryer models can vary in heat intensity.
Let the baked apples cool a bit before eating to avoid burns from hot filling.