Description
These Crispy Baked Cinnamon Apple Fries offer a deliciously sweet and crunchy treat made from fresh apples coated in a spiced flour mixture and panko breadcrumbs, then baked to golden perfection. Perfect as a healthy snack or a fun dessert served with optional caramel sauce or vanilla ice cream.
Ingredients
Scale
Fruits
- 4 large apples (Granny Smith or Honeycrisp preferred)
Coating Mixture
- 1/2 cup all-purpose flour
- 1/4 cup granulated sugar
- 1/4 cup brown sugar
- 1 teaspoon ground cinnamon
- 1/2 teaspoon ground nutmeg
Other Ingredients
- 1 cup panko breadcrumbs
- 2 large eggs
Optional for Serving
- Caramel sauce
- Vanilla ice cream
Instructions
- Preheat the oven: Preheat your oven to 400°F (200°C) and line a baking sheet with parchment paper or a silicone baking mat to prevent sticking and facilitate even cooking.
- Prepare the apples: Wash and peel the apples thoroughly. Cut them into fry-like sticks approximately 1/2 inch thick, and carefully discard the core to ensure each piece is easy to eat.
- Mix dry coating: In a shallow bowl, combine the flour, granulated sugar, brown sugar, ground cinnamon, and ground nutmeg. Stir until evenly mixed to create the flavorful coating base.
- Beat the eggs: In a separate shallow bowl, lightly beat the two large eggs, which will help the coating adhere to the apple fries.
- Prepare breadcrumbs: Pour the panko breadcrumbs into a third shallow bowl. These will provide the crispy outer layer.
- Coat with flour mixture: Dip each apple fry first into the flour and spice mixture, making sure every side is well coated for flavor and adhesion.
- Dip into eggs: Next, dip the floured apple fry into the beaten eggs, allowing any excess to drip off to prevent sogginess.
- Coat with breadcrumbs: Finally, roll the apple fry in the panko breadcrumbs, pressing gently to ensure the crumbs stick firmly for a crispy texture.
- Arrange on baking sheet: Place the coated apple fries on the prepared baking sheet in a single layer, making sure they are spaced evenly to allow for crisp baking.
- Bake: Bake in the preheated oven for 20 to 25 minutes, or until the fries turn golden brown and achieve a crispy exterior.
- Cool slightly: Remove from the oven and let the apple fries cool for a few minutes to set and avoid burning your mouth.
- Serve: Optionally, serve the crispy baked cinnamon apple fries with a drizzle of caramel sauce or a scoop of vanilla ice cream to add sweetness and creaminess.
Notes
- Choose crisp, firm apples like Granny Smith or Honeycrisp for best texture.
- For a gluten-free option, substitute all-purpose flour and panko breadcrumbs with gluten-free alternatives.
- Make sure apple sticks are evenly sized to ensure uniform cooking.
- You can store leftover apple fries in the refrigerator for up to 2 days and reheat in the oven to maintain crispiness.
- Adjust cinnamon and nutmeg according to taste preference.
