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How to Air Fry Apple Slices
Quick Answer
For apple slices — thick apple slices (½ inch / 12 mm), baked style — start with 375°F (190°C) for an estimated 8–12 minutes. Flip or turn at about 5 minutes. Use the preparation steps below and the full table for other sizes or starting conditions.
Timing for this size and preparation
Estimated starting range for Apple Slices. Thickness, basket load and your appliance can change the time; check the food before serving.
- Temperature
- 375°F / 190°C
- Time range
- 8–12 min
- Table row
- Thick apple slices (½ inch / 12 mm), baked style
Use the full Air Fryer Apple Slices timing page for row notes, related foods, and safety reminders.
Prep
Core and slice apples into 1/4-inch to 1/2-inch wedges. Thinner slices soften more; thicker slices stay slightly firm. Toss with a teaspoon of melted butter or coconut oil, cinnamon, and a teaspoon of brown sugar.
Temperature and Time
Arrange slices in a single layer in the basket. Use the thick apple slices (½ inch / 12 mm), baked style preparation. Set the air fryer to 375°F (190°C); the starting range is 8–12 minutes. Turn or shake at about 5 minutes as appropriate for the food. Check at the lower end and continue as needed; thickness, load and the appliance affect the actual time.Follow the preparation and texture checks for this food.
Uses
Warm air-fried apple slices work over oatmeal, pancakes, ice cream, or pork chops. For a quick pie-style topping, toss the cooked slices with a small cornstarch-and-apple-juice slurry after air frying.
Variety Notes
Firm apples like Honeycrisp, Fuji, or Granny Smith hold their shape best. Softer varieties like McIntosh will cook faster and become sauce-like. Adjust time accordingly.
Frequently Asked Questions
- What temperature for air fryer apple slices?
- Thin apple slices (⅛ inch / 3 mm), cinnamon sugar: 300°F (150°C), 15–20 min; Thick apple slices (½ inch / 12 mm), baked style: 375°F (190°C), 8–12 min; Apple wedges (1 inch), crispy edges: 380°F (195°C), 10–14 min. These are editorial starting ranges, not a doneness test. Match the size and starting condition; use the safety endpoint on the food page and continue cooking if needed.
- How long to cook apple slices in air fryer?
- Thin apple slices (⅛ inch / 3 mm), cinnamon sugar: 300°F (150°C), 15–20 min; Thick apple slices (½ inch / 12 mm), baked style: 375°F (190°C), 8–12 min; Apple wedges (1 inch), crispy edges: 380°F (195°C), 10–14 min. These are editorial starting ranges, not a doneness test. Match the size and starting condition; use the safety endpoint on the food page and continue cooking if needed.
- Tips for air fryer apple slices?
- Choose firm varieties like Honeycrisp, Fuji, or Granny Smith — they hold their shape during cooking. Toss slices with a teaspoon of melted butter, cinnamon, and brown sugar for the best flavor. Soft varieties like McIntosh cook faster and become sauce-like, so reduce time by 2–3 minutes.
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Last updated September 5, 2026 · Reviewed by Maks