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A bowl of Air Fryer Apple Crisp with a spoon is held above an air fryer basket, while a baking dish of more crumble sits in the background.

Air Fryer Apple Crisp

Air Fryer Apple Crisp is my go-to fall dessert when I want something quick, easy, and lighter than traditional baked desserts without sacrificing flavor. Tender cinnamon apples get topped with a buttery brown sugar and oat crumble that turns perfectly golden and crispy in the air fryer, creating that irresistible combination both kids and adults love. I make it for Thanksgiving, Christmas, Halloween parties, Sunday family dinners, and last-minute potlucks because it's budget-friendly and tastes completely homemade. It stays fresh at room temperature for 2 days or refrigerated for up to 5 days, and you can freeze it for up to 3 months.
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Prep Time: 15 minutes
Cook Time: 40 minutes
Total Time: 55 minutes
Course: Dessert
Cuisine: American
Keyword: Air Fryer Apple Crisp
Servings: 8
Calories: 382kcal
Author: Mandy Applegate

Equipment

Ingredients

  • 5 apples cubed
  • ½ cup sugar
  • 1 teaspoon ground cinnamon divided
  • 1 cup all-purpose flour
  • 1 cup brown sugar
  • ½ cup quick-cooking oats
  • 1 teaspoon baking powder
  • ¼ teaspoon ground nutmeg
  • ½ cup cold butter cubed
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Instructions

  • Place the apples in a large bowl. Mix in the sugar and ½ teaspoon of cinnamon, toss to coat. Transfer to a greased 13x9-inch baking dish.
    5 apples, ½ cup sugar, 1 teaspoon ground cinnamon
  • In a separate bowl, combine the flour, brown sugar, oats, baking powder, nutmeg, and the remaining ½ teaspoon of cinnamon. Cut in the butter until the mixture resembles coarse crumbs. Sprinkle this mixture over the apples.
    1 cup all-purpose flour, 1 cup brown sugar, ½ cup quick-cooking oats, 1 teaspoon baking powder, ¼ teaspoon ground nutmeg, ½ cup cold butter
  • Bake in the air fryer at 160ºC (320°F) for 30-40 minutes, or until the apples are tender and the topping is golden.
  • Serve warm, with vanilla ice cream if desired.

Notes

Here are my best tips for making a perfect Air Fryer Apple Crisp every time.
  • Use firm apples: Granny Smith, Honeycrisp, or Fuji apples hold their shape best and won't turn mushy during baking.
  • Don't skip the greasing: Grease the baking dish well so the apples don't stick and cleanup is easier.
  • Check your baking dish size: Make sure your 13x9-inch dish fits comfortably in your air fryer basket with some space around the edges for air circulation.
  • Keep the butter cold: Cold butter creates the crumbly texture in the topping. If it's too soft, the topping will be dense instead of crispy.
  • Reheat in the air fryer: For the crispiest topping, reheat leftovers in the air fryer instead of the microwave. It brings back that fresh-baked texture.
  • Flash freeze for easy storage: If freezing, let the apple crisp cool completely, then freeze uncovered for 1 hour before wrapping tightly. This prevents the topping from getting soggy or sticking to the wrap.

Nutrition

Calories: 382kcal | Carbohydrates: 69g | Protein: 2g | Fat: 12g | Saturated Fat: 7g | Polyunsaturated Fat: 1g | Monounsaturated Fat: 3g | Trans Fat: 0.5g | Cholesterol: 31mg | Sodium: 161mg | Potassium: 189mg | Fiber: 4g | Sugar: 51g | Vitamin A: 480IU | Vitamin C: 5mg | Calcium: 79mg | Iron: 2mg
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