Air Fryer Fried Apple Rings — your new favorite cozy treat!

These golden, flaky apple rings are made by wrapping juicy apple slices in puff pastry, brushing with egg wash, and rolling in cinnamon sugar. The air fryer transforms them into crispy, caramelized perfection with a warm, tender apple center. 😍

🍏 Air Fryer Fried Apple Rings

This recipe is simple, quick, and guaranteed to impress — perfect for dessert, brunch, or a sweet afternoon snack. Pair with caramel sauce or ice cream for an irresistible finish! 🍨

🧁 Ingredients

2 medium apples (Granny Smith or Honeycrisp)
1 sheet puff pastry (thawed but still cold)
1 egg (beaten for egg wash)
¼ cup granulated sugar
1 tsp cinnamon
Optional: powdered sugar or caramel sauce for topping

👩‍🍳 Instructions

1️⃣ Prepare the apples

Peel (optional), core, and slice apples into ½-inch thick rings.
Pat dry to remove moisture — this helps the pastry crisp up.

2️⃣ Wrap with puff pastry

Cut puff pastry into ½-inch wide strips.
Wrap each apple ring with strips, overlapping slightly.

3️⃣ Coat for crispiness

Brush each ring with egg wash.
Mix cinnamon and sugar, then dip or sprinkle evenly over the rings.

4️⃣ Air fry

Preheat air fryer to 380°F (193°C).
Place rings in a single layer in the basket.
Air fry 6–8 minutes, flipping halfway, until golden and puffed.

5️⃣ Serve & enjoy

Let cool slightly. Dust with powdered sugar or drizzle with caramel.
Serve warm — crispy outside, tender inside!

✨ Tips

💡 Keep puff pastry cold for the flakiest texture.
💡 Add nutmeg or brown sugar for an extra cozy flavor.
💡 Serve with vanilla ice cream for the ultimate dessert moment! 🍦