Description
These Air Fried Apple Wedges with Caramel Whipped Cream Dipping Sauce are a warm and indulgent treat that combines tender, cinnamon-spiced apple wedges with a rich and creamy caramel whipped cream dip. This easy recipe, made in the air fryer, offers a healthier twist on a classic apple dessert while still delivering all the delicious flavors of fall. Perfect for a snack or dessert, it’s a crowd-pleaser that’s sure to impress with minimal effort.
Ingredients
Scale
- 2 medium Gala apples
- 1/4 teaspoon ground cinnamon
- 2 tablespoons unsalted butter, melted
- 3 tablespoons sugar for coating
- 1/2 teaspoon ground cinnamon for coating
- 4 oz whipped cream
- 1/4 cup caramel sauce
Instructions
- Prepare the apples: Peel the Gala apples, remove the cores, and slice them into wedges about 1/4-inch thick.
- Coat the apple wedges: Drizzle the melted butter over the apple wedges and sprinkle with 1/4 teaspoon ground cinnamon. Toss the apple slices gently to coat them evenly.
- Preheat the air fryer: Set the air fryer to 400°F (200°C) and preheat for a few minutes.
- Air fry the apple wedges: Place the coated apple wedges in a single layer in the air fryer basket. Cook for 5-7 minutes, checking for tenderness and a crispy edge.
- Prepare cinnamon-sugar: In a small bowl, combine the sugar and remaining 1/2 teaspoon ground cinnamon.
- Toss the apple wedges: Once the apple wedges are finished, remove them from the air fryer and immediately toss them in the cinnamon-sugar mixture to coat.
- Make the caramel whipped cream: In a separate bowl, gently fold the caramel sauce into the whipped cream, taking care not to deflate the whipped cream.
- Chill the dipping sauce: Refrigerate the caramel whipped cream for about 10 minutes to allow the flavors to meld.
- Serve: Arrange the warm apple wedges on a plate and serve with the caramel whipped cream dipping sauce on the side.
Notes
- Apple types: Gala apples work wonderfully for this recipe, but you can also use Fuji or Honeycrisp apples for a firmer texture.
- Make it dairy-free: Substitute the whipped cream with a non-dairy version and use plant-based butter for a dairy-free option.
- Additional flavor: Add a pinch of nutmeg or clove to the cinnamon-sugar mixture for extra warmth and depth of flavor.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 5 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Air Frying
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving (includes 1/3 of the recipe)
- Calories: 250
- Sugar: 25g
- Sodium: 50 mg
- Fat: 15g
- Saturated Fat: 8 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 7 g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 30g
- Fiber: 4g
- Protein: 1 g
- Cholesterol: 40mg