These air fryer stuffed apples are a delicious and healthier alternative to traditional baked apples. The apples are stuffed with a sweet and nutty filling, then air fried to perfection. This recipe is quick and easy to make, and is the perfect dessert for any occasion. The apples are tender and full of flavor, and the filling adds a delicious crunch. Serve them warm with a scoop of vanilla ice cream for a truly decadent treat.
Ingredients
- 4 apples (Granny Smith or Honeycrisp)
- 1/2 cup rolled oats
- 2 tablespoons brown sugar
- 2 tablespoons chopped pecans
- 1 teaspoon cinnamon
- 1/4 teaspoon nutmeg
- 1/4 cup melted butter
- 1/4 cup maple syrup
- Vanilla ice cream (optional, for serving)
Directions
- Preheat your air fryer to 350°F (175°C).
- Cut off the top of each apple and scoop out the core, leaving a cavity for the filling. Make sure not to cut through the bottom of the apple.
- In a bowl, combine the rolled oats, brown sugar, chopped pecans, cinnamon, nutmeg, melted butter, and maple syrup. Mix well.
- Fill each apple with the oat mixture, packing it tightly. Sprinkle any remaining mixture on top of the apples.
- Place the stuffed apples in the air fryer basket, leaving some space between them to allow air circulation.
- Air fry the apples at 350°F (175°C) for 25-30 minutes, or until the apples are tender and the filling is golden brown.
- Remove the stuffed apples from the air fryer and let them cool for a few minutes.
- Serve the air fryer stuffed apples warm, optionally with a scoop of vanilla ice cream.
- Enjoy!
Interesting Facts
Air frying the apples gives them a crispy texture without the need for deep frying.
Using rolled oats and chopped pecans in the stuffing adds a nice crunch to the dish.
You can customize the filling by adding raisins, dried cranberries, or chopped walnuts.