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Air Fryer Apple Confit

This apple confit is made by gently caramelizing sliced apples in the air fryer with cinnamon, butter, and sugar, resulting in tender, fragrant fruit with crispy edges. The quick cooking method captures the natural sweetness and creates a syrupy, glossy finish, making it an easy and cozy treat with a beautiful appearance.
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Prep Time 5 minutes
Cook Time 10 minutes
Total Time 15 minutes
Servings: 2
Course: Main Course
Cuisine: American
Calories: 150
Ingredients Equipment Method Notes

Ingredients
  

  • 2 medium apples preferably firm, sweet variety like Fuji or Honeycrisp
  • 1 tablespoon butter melted
  • 1 tablespoon sugar brown or white sugar works
  • 1 teaspoon cinnamon ground

Equipment

  • Air fryer
  • Knife
  • Cutting board
  • Bowl

Method
 

  1. Peel and core the apples, then slice them into even thin wedges for uniform cooking.
  2. Place the apple slices in a mixing bowl, and toss them with melted butter, sugar, and cinnamon until they are evenly coated and fragrant.
  3. Spread the coated apples in a single layer in the air fryer basket, ensuring good contact for even caramelization.
  4. Set the air fryer to 350°F (175°C) and cook for about 10 minutes, shaking the basket halfway through, until the apples are tender and start to caramelize with slightly crisp edges.
  5. Remove the basket from the air fryer and use a spatula to scoop the warm, glossy apple confit into a serving dish.
  6. Enjoy the apple confit warm, savoring its tender texture, fragrant cinnamon aroma, and caramelized bite.

Notes

Serve as a cozy breakfast topping, snack, or dessert. Can be stored in the refrigerator for up to 2 days and gently reheated.