Air Fryer Apple Fritters

Air Fryer Apple Fritters are so simple to make and turn out crispy on the outside and filled with sweet apple filling on the inside when you make them in the air fryer. It doesn’t matter if you are eating these for breakfast or dessert, because they are so delicious I promise they will disappear quickly.

The apple fritters are a classic apple dessert that is loved by many. But these apple fritters can be difficult to make – they can go wrong easily, and if you don’t know what you’re doing, the end result might not turn out as expected. That’s why I have created an air fryer recipe for apple fritters so you never have to worry about it again!

Scroll down for a printable recipe or read on for step-by-step recipe instructions, tips, and tricks for the best homemade apple fritters!

AIR FRYER APPLE FRITTERS RECIPE

This apple fritter recipe is one of the best air fryer recipes around! These apple fritters are fluffy on the inside and crispy on the outside. They’re easy to make, but they taste like you spent hours in the kitchen slaving away. You’ll love this apple fritter recipe.

This is an easy air fryer approach to making Bisquick Apple Fritters.

What do I need to Air Fry Apple Fritters?

To make delicious homemade air fryer apple fritters you will need first and foremost an air fryer. I like to use a basket-style air fryer however, it doesn’t matter which type of air fryer that you have. This recipe works well with all air fryers.

Ingredients needed:

• 2 ¼ cups Bisquick
• 2 tablespoons sugar
• 1 teaspoon ground cinnamon
• 2/3 cup milk
• 2 honey crisp apples, peeled and diced
• 2 tablespoons butter, melted

For the Glaze:

• 1 cup powdered sugar
• ¼ teaspoon vanilla extract
• 3 to 5 tablespoons milk

How to Cook Air Fritters in the Air Fryer

These delicious pastries are so simple to make in the air fryer. There are not a lot steps to make these fritters, you will enjoy this sweet treat in no time. This recipe makes about 10 fritters and takes about 10 minutes to prep. Each batch of apple fritters takes about 8 minutes to air fry.

Preheat the air fryer to 350°.  (Your air fryer model may not require preheating. This all depends on your specific model.)

In a large bowl, whisk together the Bisquick, sugar, and cinnamon.

Add the milk and stir until a soft dough forms.

Stir in the diced apples.

Use an ice cream scoop to form the fritters, placing each scoop in the greased air fryer basket.

Brush the fritters with melted butter, then cook in the preheated air fryer for 8 to 10 minutes, until the fritters are golden brown and cooked through. (Your air fryer model may not require preheating. This all depends on your specific model.)

Continue cooking in batches until all the batter has been used.

Transfer the cooked fritters to a wire cooling rack.

Make the glaze by whisking together the powdered sugar, vanilla, and three tablespoons of milk. If the glaze is too thick, add more milk until the desired consistency has been reached.

Drizzle the glaze over the cooled fritters and allow it to harden before serving.

Can I freeze apple fritters?

Absolutely, air fried apple fritters freeze so beautifully.

I like to make a double batch and then freeze half for when the apple craving hits. To freeze apple fritters you will need to allow them to cool completely.

Once cooled completely wrap your air-fried apple fritters tightly in plastic wrap. I like to use double wrap my fritters just to give them a little extra protection. After wrapping your apple fritters in plastic wrap place them in a freezer-safe bag or container and store them in your freezer for up to three months.

To thaw your air fried apple fritters, simply remove your frozen fritters from the freezer and place on the counter. Allow your fritter to come to room temperature and then enjoy.

Don’t have the patience to wait for them to thaw? Place your frozen fritter on a microwave-safe plate and microwave for 30 seconds at a time until your fritter is warm through the center.

Can I use a different type of apple?

You can certainly use a different variety of apple. I like to change my apples up and just use what apples I have on hand. Being honest though, we love honeycrisp apples in our house so we almost always have honeycrisp apples on hand.

Here are a few different types of apples that you could use.

• Granny Smith
• Fuji
• Jonagold
• Golden Delicious
• Pink Lady
• Cripps Pink

I’m not a big fan of frying, but sometimes the temptation is too great. So when I decided to make these air fryer apple fritters, it was partly because they seemed like something that would be easy and fast to whip up. But as soon as they popped out of the air fryer, my mouth started watering! These were unbelievably delicious with crispy exteriors and soft surfaces – just perfect for dipping in maple syrup or honey. Let me know what you think by commenting below!

I hope these air fryer apple fritters have given you some inspiration for how to get creative with your air fryer. I love using my air fryer for more than just savory dishes. This apple fritter recipe so easy to make that I think it will quickly become a staple in our household.

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Air Fryer Apple Fritters

Enjoy classic flavors in these easy to make fritters!

Prep Time10 minutes mins

Cook Time8 minutes mins

Servings: 10

Equipment

• Air Fryer

Ingredients

For the Fritters:

• 2 ¼ cups Bisquick
• 2 tablespoons sugar
• 1 teaspoon ground cinnamon
• 2/3 cup milk
• 2 honey crisp apples (peeled and diced)
• 2 tablespoons butter (melted)

For the Glaze:

• 1 cup powdered sugar
• ¼ teaspoon vanilla extract
• 3 to 5 tablespoons milk

Instructions

• Preheat the air fryer to 350°.
• In a large bowl, whisk together the Bisquick, sugar, and cinnamon.
• Add the milk and stir until a soft dough forms.
• Stir in the diced apples.
• Use an ice cream scoop to form the fritters, placing each scoop in the greased air fryer basket.
• Brush the fritters with melted butter, then cook in the preheated air fryer for 8 to 10 minutes, until the fritters are golden brown and cooked through.
• Continue cooking in batches until all the batter has been used.
• Transfer the cooked fritters to a wire cooling rack.
• Make the glaze by whisking together the powdered sugar, vanilla, and three tablespoons of milk. If the glaze is too thick, add more milk until the desired consistency has been reached.
• Drizzle the glaze over the cooled fritters and allow it to harden before serving.