Air Fryer Apple Chips (Better Than Store-Bought Bare Chips)
Crispy, sweet, and so easy to make, these homemade apple cinnamon chips are the snack I can’t stop making. All you need are two ingredients and an oven or air fryer.
2 people
Calories: 47kcal
Ingredients
- 2 apples Fuji, Gala, or Honeycrisp work great
- Ground cinnamon to taste
- Optional 1 tsp lemon juice to prevent browning
Instructions
Oven Method:
- Preheat oven to 225°F (100°C).
- Line 2 baking sheets with parchment paper or silicone mats.
- Slice apples as thinly as possible using a mandoline or sharp knife.
- Arrange slices in a single layer on the baking sheets and sprinkle lightly with cinnamon.
- Bake for 1½ to 2 hours, flipping halfway through, until dry and crisp.
- Let cool on the tray — they’ll crisp up more as they cool.
Air Fryer Method:
- Preheat air fryer to 350°F (175°C).
- Arrange apple slices in a single layer (work in batches if necessary).
- Sprinkle with cinnamon.
- Air fry for 8–10 minutes, shaking the basket halfway through.
- Remove and let cool completely before storing.
Notes
- Slice thinly: The thinner the slice, the crisper the chip.
- Use a mandoline: For even, paper-thin slices that cook uniformly.
- Storage: Keep in an airtight container at room temperature for up to 1 week. If they soften, reheat in the air fryer for 2–3 minutes.
- Flavor variations: Add pumpkin spice or nutmeg for a fall twist, or dip in dark chocolate once cooled.
- Kid tip: Perfect for lunchboxes or movie-night snacks!
Nutrition
Calories: 47kcal | Carbohydrates: 13g | Protein: 1g | Fat: 1g | Saturated Fat: 1g | Sodium: 1mg | Potassium: 97mg | Fiber: 2g | Sugar: 9g | Vitamin A: 49IU | Vitamin C: 4mg | Calcium: 5mg | Iron: 1mg