Air Fryer Baked Apples

Last Updated on February 25, 2023 by Ellen Christian

Air fryer baked apples are an easy gluten-free baked apples recipe everyone loves. Find out how to bake apples in an air fryer easily.

Finding a gluten-free dessert for when my daughter visits isn’t as easy as it sounds. We don’t like to serve a lot of super sweet desserts because my husband is diabetic.

But, since everyone loves fruit desserts, these apples baked in an air fryer are a delicious option. You may want to try this gluten-free blueberry cobbler recipe.

Air Fryer Baked Apples

Whether you’re gluten intolerant, following the Paleo diet, or trying to stay in ketosis, many people look for a gluten-free dessert recipe to enjoy after their meal. So, if you’re wondering what’s a good gluten free treat, you might want to try these air fryer baked apples. Or, if you’re looking for something that’s a little bit sweeter, try this Ring Ding recipe.

Do apples have gluten?

Apples do not contain gluten. So, they are perfect for this air fryer baked apples recipe. 

If your dessert is made with traditional all-purpose flour, then it definitely does have gluten. But there are many desserts that can be made with gluten-free flour. We always enjoy my salted caramel brownies when we want a gluten-free sweet treat.

Gluten free fruit desserts

If you’re looking for gluten free fruit desserts, these air fryer baked apples are the perfect gluten free dessert recipe. You can also try my cherry crumble recipe that is gluten-free.

These air fryer baked apples are gluten free so they do not contain flour. They do contain oats they aren’t Paleo or Keto friendly. But, for those that are looking for a lighter dessert, this is a wonderful option.

They also have a tablespoon of maple syrup. So, they are not sugar free. But, if you are simply watching your sugar, this air fryer apple dessert won’t have a huge impact.

What type of air fryer should I use?

This gluten free dessert recipe should work in any type of air fryer. If you have a larger air fryer, you should be able to fit at least four apples in it. If you have a smaller version, you may only get two or three apples inside. Just adjust the number of apples for the sizes of your air fryer.

How do I remove the center of the apple?

You will need to remove the center of the apple in order to add the oat and nut mixture. To do that easily, just get an apple corer. You can do it by hand with a sharp knife. But, it’s a lot easier to use an apple corer.

What type of apples should I use?

Any type of baking apple will work in this gluten-free dessert recipe. You will want something that is firm enough to keep its shape. This recipe uses the Honeycrisp apples. But, I have used Macintosh apples to make baked apples as well with good results.

Here are a few more gluten free dessert recipes you might want to try.

• Apple pie blondies

• Gluten free French apple cake

• Gluten free apple upside-down cake

• Eas Paleo apple butter

Ingredients for air fryer baked apples

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• 2 to 4 honeycrisp apples (depending on the size of your air fryer)

• 1 tablespoon butter, melted

• 1 teaspoon ground cinnamon

• ⅓ cup old fashioned oats

• 1 tablespoon chopped pecans

• 1 tablespoon maple syrup

How to make air fryer baked apples

1. Preheat air fryer to 340 degrees. Prepare the air fryer basket with nonstick cooking spray.
2. From each apple, remove the center core without piercing the bottom of the apples. (You can use a corer to score the area and then a melon baller to scoop out the seeds and a little of the fruit to create a space inside the apple.)
3. Mix together the remaining ingredients.
4. Stuff the oatmeal mixture into each apple, packing well to fill the space inside.
5. Arrange the apples in the basket with space between them to allow the air to flow.
6. Cook for 15 minutes or until the apples are softened and weeping slightly.
7. Serve with granola, dried fruit (like raisins), ice cream, additional melted butter, whipped cream, and/or additional maple syrup.

Looking for more air fryer recipes? Why not try these Air Fryer Panko Chicken Tenders.

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