Air Fried Apple Wedges with Caramel Whipped Cream Dipping Sauce
These Air Fried Apple Wedges are crispy on the outside, tender on the inside, and coated with warm cinnamon sugar. Paired with a creamy caramel whipped cream dipping sauce, they’re a delicious fall-inspired treat or dessert that’s quick and easy to make!
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 10 minutes
- Total Time: 20 minutes
- Yield: 4 servings 1x
- Category: Dessert, Snack
- Method: Air Fryer
- Cuisine: American, Fall-Inspired
- Diet: Vegetarian
Ingredients
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For the Apple Wedges:
- 4 large apples (Granny Smith, Honeycrisp, or Fuji)
- 2 tbsp melted butter
- 1/4 cup (50g) granulated sugar
- 1 tbsp ground cinnamon
For the Caramel Whipped Cream:
- 1 cup (240ml) heavy cream, cold
- 1/4 cup (60ml) caramel sauce (store-bought or homemade)
- 2 tbsp powdered sugar
- 1 tsp vanilla extract
Instructions
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Preheat the Air Fryer:
- Preheat your air fryer to 375°F (190°C).
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Prepare the Apple Wedges:
- Core and slice the apples into 1/2-inch thick wedges.
- In a large bowl, toss the apple wedges with melted butter until evenly coated.
- In a separate bowl, mix the sugar and cinnamon together.
- Add the cinnamon-sugar mixture to the apples, tossing until the wedges are evenly coated.
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Air Fry the Apple Wedges:
- Arrange the apple wedges in a single layer in the air fryer basket (cook in batches if necessary).
- Air fry for 8-10 minutes, shaking halfway through, until the apples are tender and the coating is golden.
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Make the Caramel Whipped Cream:
- In a mixing bowl, combine the cold heavy cream, caramel sauce, powdered sugar, and vanilla extract.
- Whip the mixture with an electric mixer until soft peaks form.
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Serve:
- Serve the warm apple wedges with a side of caramel whipped cream for dipping.
Notes
- Add flavor: Drizzle a little more caramel sauce over the apple wedges before serving.
- Make it vegan: Use plant-based butter and coconut whipped cream.
- Storage: Best enjoyed fresh, but you can refrigerate leftovers for up to 2 days.