Description
Crispy air fried apple wedges coated in cinnamon sugar, served with a luscious caramel whipped cream dipping sauce. This easy and quick dessert combines the natural sweetness of Gala apples with warm spices and creamy caramel for a perfect treat any time.
Ingredients
Scale
Apple Wedges
- 2 medium Gala apples
- 1/4 teaspoon ground cinnamon (for the apples)
- 2 tablespoons unsalted butter, melted
- 3 tablespoons sugar (for coating)
- 1/2 teaspoon ground cinnamon (for coating)
Caramel Whipped Cream Sauce
- 4 oz whipped cream
- 1/4 cup caramel sauce
Instructions
- Prepare Apples: Peel the Gala apples and remove the cores. Slice them into wedges about 1/4-inch thick to ensure even cooking.
- Coat Apples: In a mixing bowl, drizzle the melted butter over the apple wedges and sprinkle with 1/4 teaspoon ground cinnamon. Toss carefully to evenly coat all slices.
- Preheat Air Fryer: Preheat your air fryer to 400°F (200°C) for a few minutes to ensure it reaches the right temperature for crisping.
- Air Fry Apples: Place the coated apple wedges in a single layer in the air fryer basket. Cook for 5-7 minutes, checking for tenderness and crispy edges without burning.
- Prepare Cinnamon Sugar: While the apples cook, combine the sugar and remaining 1/2 teaspoon ground cinnamon in a small bowl for coating.
- Toss Apples in Cinnamon Sugar: Once the apple wedges are done, remove them from the air fryer and immediately toss them in the cinnamon-sugar mixture until well coated.
- Make Caramel Whipped Cream: In a separate bowl, gently fold the caramel sauce into the whipped cream slowly to maintain the light, airy texture.
- Chill Sauce: Chill the caramel whipped cream for about 10 minutes to meld the flavors and thicken slightly.
- Serve: Arrange the warm apple wedges on a serving plate and serve with the caramel whipped cream dipping sauce on the side for a delightful dessert experience.
Notes
- Use Gala apples or any sweet-tart apple variety for best flavor and texture.
- Ensure apple wedges are evenly sliced for uniform cooking in the air fryer.
- Do not overcrowd the air fryer basket to allow proper air circulation and crisping.
- Adjust the cinnamon sugar amount based on your sweetness preference.
- Chilling the caramel whipped cream improves flavor blending and texture.
- Serve immediately after air frying for maximum crispness.
