Air Fryer Apple Chips with Cinnamon Recipe — Crisp, Healthy, and Perfect for Snacking or Holiday Tables

Servings & Yield

Servings: 4

Yield: About 4 cups of apple chips (depending on apple size)

Time

Prep Time: 10 minutes

Cook Time: 12–15 minutes per batch

Total Time: ~25 minutes

Difficulty

Level: Easy

Cooking Vessel

Air fryer (basket or tray style)

Mandoline slicer or sharp knife

Mixing bowl

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Ingredients

3 medium apples (Honeycrisp, Fuji, or Gala work best)

1 tsp ground cinnamon

1–2 tsp sugar (optional, can omit for no added sugar)

Nonstick spray (optional)

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Instructions

1. Prep apples

Wash and core apples (peeling optional).

Slice apples thinly (about 1/8-inch) using a mandoline or sharp knife for even cooking.

2. Season

Place slices in a bowl. Sprinkle with cinnamon (and sugar if using). Toss gently to coat.

3. Arrange in air fryer

Preheat air fryer to 300°F (150°C).

Arrange apple slices in a single layer in the basket or trays (work in batches if needed).

Lightly spray with oil if you want extra crispness (optional).

4. Air fry

Cook for 12–15 minutes, flipping halfway through.

Watch carefully the last few minutes to avoid burning. Chips should be crisp and golden.

5. Cool & serve

Remove and let chips cool on a wire rack — they will crisp up more as they cool.

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Nutritional Information (per 1 cup serving, approx.)

Calories: 95

Protein: 0.5 g

Carbohydrates: 25 g

Fat: 0 g

Fiber: 3 g

Sugar: 19 g (from natural apples)

Sodium: 0 mg

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Dietary Adaptations

Gluten-Free: Naturally gluten-free.

No Added Sugar: Omit sugar, use only cinnamon.

Low-Calorie: Skip oil spray for a lighter version.

Pesach-Friendly: Fully acceptable as-is.

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Tips & Troubleshooting

Too chewy? Slices may have been too thick — slice thinner next time.

Burning? Lower temperature to 280°F and extend cooking time slightly.

Not crisp? Cook a few minutes longer, then let chips cool on a rack.

Uneven cooking? Flip halfway and avoid overcrowding.

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Serving Suggestions

Perfect for Rosh Hashanah or Sukkot as a sweet, symbolic snack.

Serve alongside pareve caramel dip or almond butter.

Use as a crunchy topping for yogurt, oatmeal, or salads.

Pack in lunchboxes as a healthy, portable snack.

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Notes

Store cooled chips in an airtight container for up to 5 days (though best eaten fresh).

Works with pears too — simply replace apples with thinly sliced pears.

Mix it up: try adding a pinch of nutmeg, pumpkin spice, or ginger with the cinnamon.

Perfect 🙌 Here are 3 tasty kosher variations on Air Fryer Apple Chips with Cinnamon that you can offer your readers as bonus ideas:

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🍯 1. Honey-Glazed Apple Chips

After slicing apples, lightly brush with a thin layer of honey diluted with a little warm water.

Sprinkle with cinnamon.

Air fry at 300°F (150°C) for 12–15 minutes, flipping halfway.

Result: Slightly chewy, caramelized apple chips with a sweet honey flavor.

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🌶️ 2. Chili-Lime Apple Chips

Toss apple slices with a pinch of chili powder, lime zest, and a squeeze of fresh lime juice before air frying.

Air fry at 300°F (150°C) for 12–14 minutes.

Result: A tangy-sweet snack with a subtle spicy kick — great for grown-up palates!

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🍨 3. Vanilla Sugar Apple Chips

Mix 1 tsp sugar with ¼ tsp vanilla bean powder (or scrape seeds from ½ vanilla pod).

Toss apple slices in the vanilla sugar mixture before cooking.

Air fry at 300°F (150°C) for 13–15 minutes.

Result: Lightly sweet, aromatic chips that taste like dessert on their own.

✨ Pro Tip for All Variations: Let apple chips cool fully on a wire rack — they get much crispier after cooling.