Air Fryer Apple Fritter Bites
These air fryer apple fritter bites are golden outside, soft inside, and full of cozy apple flavor.
They are easy to make from scratch and perfect for dessert, a sweet snack, or a quick homemade treat without deep frying.
Quick Facts
Prep Time: 10 minutes
Cook Time: 8–10 minutes
Total Time: 18–20 minutes
Servings: 4
Ingredients
1 cup all-purpose flour
2 tablespoons granulated sugar
1 1/2 teaspoons baking powder
1/2 teaspoon ground cinnamon
1/4 teaspoon salt
1 large egg
1/3 cup milk
2 tablespoons unsalted butter, melted
1 teaspoon vanilla extract
1 cup apple, peeled and finely diced
Cooking spray or a little oil for the basket
Powdered sugar, for dusting
Directions
1. Preheat the air fryer to 350°F.
2. In a medium bowl, whisk together the flour, sugar, baking powder, cinnamon, and salt.
3. In a second bowl, whisk the egg, milk, melted butter, and vanilla.
4. Pour the wet mixture into the dry ingredients and stir just until combined.
5. Fold in the finely diced apple. The batter should be thick and scoopable.
6. Lightly grease the air fryer basket or tray.
7. Scoop small mounds of batter into the basket, leaving space between each one so they can puff and brown.
8. Air fry for 8–10 minutes, or until the fritter bites are golden brown and cooked through.
9. Let them cool for a few minutes, then dust with powdered sugar before serving.
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Notes / Tips
Dice the apples small so they soften quickly and cook evenly.
Do not overcrowd the basket, or the fritter bites will not brown as well.
If needed, cook in batches for the best shape and color.
They are best served warm, when the outside is lightly crisp and the inside is soft.
Variations
Add a pinch of nutmeg for a warmer fall flavor.
Swap the vanilla for maple extract for a bakery-style twist.
Toss the warm fritter bites in cinnamon sugar instead of powdered sugar.
Add a light vanilla glaze if you want a sweeter finish.
Nutrition Facts
Calories: 210
Fat: 7 g
Carbohydrates: 31 g
Protein: 4 g
Fiber: 1 g
Sugar: 11 g
Sodium: 170 mg
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