Air Fryer Baked Apples

Baked apples stuffed with oats and nuts on a black plate, drizzled with maple syrup, make an easy air fryer apple dessert served on a woven tray.

5 from 8 votes

Air Fryer Baked Apples

These baked apples are stuffed with creamy maple-caramel oats and finished in the air fryer. They’re a quick, easy fall dessert with cozy spices and a gooey finish.

Prep Time10

Cook Time15

Total Time25

Course: Dessert

Cuisine: American

Keyword: air fryer, apple

Servings:

Author: Bella Bucchiotti

Equipment

Ingredients

5 apples firm, such as Gala, Fuji or Granny Smith
1 ½ Cups rolled oats
¼ Cup walnuts chopped
1 Teaspoon cinnamon
½ Teaspoon sea salt
¼ Cup maple syrup
¼ Cup caramel
¼ Cup heavy cream
½ Tablespoon vanilla paste
2 Cups water

Instructions

Preheat the air fryer to 370°F for 5 minutes.
Cut the top off of the apple. Then, cut to remove the seeds and stem from the center and discard. Use a spoon to remove the remaining apple inside. Be sure to stop ¼ inch from the bottom and sides of the apple. Place the inside of the apple onto a wooden cutting board and mince.
Add minced apples, rolled oats, walnuts, cinnamon, and sea salt to a large bowl. In a separate bowl, combine maple syrup, caramel, heavy cream, vanilla paste, and water. Whisk until combined, then pour into the bowl with the oatmeal.
Microwave for 2 minutes or pour into a saucepan and heat over medium flame for 4 minutes.
Fill apples with oatmeal mixture. Place into the air fryer basket. Cook for 15 minutes. Let cool for 3 to 5 minutes before serving.
Top with whipped cream and drizzle with caramel sauce.

Notes

Don’t hollow too deep: Leave a sturdy bottom to hold the filling.
Use firm apples: Softer varieties may collapse in the air fryer.
Preheat the air fryer: This helps cook the apples evenly from the start.

Nutrition

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