Air Fryer Apple Chips – Quick and Crispy Recipe
Crispy apple chips made quickly in the air fryer, with cinnamon and a touch of sugar. A healthy and delicious snack.
Steps
- 1
Wash the apples, remove the core, and slice them into thin rounds about 1/8 inch (3 mm) thick.
- 2
Toss the apple slices with cinnamon and sugar (if using). Lightly spray with cooking spray.
- 3
Preheat the air fryer to 350°F (175°C). Arrange the slices in a single layer without overlapping.
- 4
Cook for 12-15 minutes at 350°F (175°C), flipping halfway through.
- 5
Let the chips cool for a few minutes – they will become crispier as they cool.
Shopping list
2 medium sweet apples, 1/2 tsp cinnamon, 1 tsp sugar (optional), cooking spray as needed
Recipe story
Apple chips have origins in Western European culinary traditions, where apples were dried in the sun or near a fire for winter preservation. In medieval England, dried apple slices were a popular dessert among the lower classes. In the United States, apple chips became popular in the 20th century as a healthy alternative to potato chips. The modern air fryer recipe achieves a crispy texture without deep frying.
Ingredient Secrets
Cinnamon
In ancient Rome, cinnamon was more precious than gold, used in sacred rituals and royal perfumes. Legends told of fabulous birds called cinnamologus that built their nests from cinnamon sticks on inaccessible cliff tops. The cinnamon trade was long shrouded in mystery, with Arab merchants inventing fantastic stories to protect their sources.
