Air Fryer Apple Crisp

Introduction

Air Fryer Apple Crisp delivers comforting autumn flavor in a fraction of the time—and with barely any effort. The air fryer’s circulated heat turns sliced apples tender and buttery-soft, while the oat-crumb topping becomes golden and crisp. Whether you’re craving a quick weeknight dessert or need an impressive last-minute treat for guests, this fuss-free apple crisp is a guaranteed crowd-pleaser with warm spices and an irresistible crunch.

What Makes Air Fryer Apple Crisp So Special?

Classic apple crisp can take an hour or more in the oven, but the air fryer slashes cook time while keeping the topping supremely crisp. You’ll get juicy, cinnamon-spiced fruit below a golden lid of oats, nuts, and brown sugar—every bite is sweet, tart, and textured. Plus, small-batch portions mean zero waste and an automatically healthier dessert.

Prepping Your Apples with Ease

For best results, choose apples that balance tartness and sweetness—like Honeycrisp, Granny Smith, or Fuji. Slice them evenly for uniform cooking. The Mueller Pro-Series 10-in-1, 8 Blade Vegetable Chopper is perfect for quickly and safely chopping apples into perfect bite-sized pieces, ensuring they cook evenly and look beautiful in your crisp.

A good, stable surface is key for prep; use a Bamboo Cutting Boards for Kitchen, Set of 3 for easy slicing and cleanup.

Making the Crumble Topping

The topping is all about contrasting the soft apples with sweet crunch. Use cold butter cut into the flour and oats—if you want precise measurements, the Amazon Basics Digital Kitchen Scale with LCD Display can help guarantee perfect ratios. Mix in your favorite add-ins like pecans or walnuts for extra texture.

For mixing, the Farberware Professional Heat Resistant Nylon Meat and Potato Masher does double-duty: it evenly distributes the butter and oats, creating perfect clumps for maximum crispness.

Air Frying the Apple Crisp

Assembly couldn’t be simpler—toss your spiced apples with a little sugar and lemon, layer in a baking-safe dish or liner, add crumble topping, and air fry! Use a COSORI Air Fryer 9-in-1, Compact & Large 6-Qt, Grey for quick, even cooking and a crisp finish. To keep the dish mess-free and to prevent sticking, line the basket with Air Fryer Paper Liners, 125Pcs Parchment Paper, 8IN Square.

Serving and Storing Air Fryer Apple Crisp

Serve your apple crisp warm with a scoop of vanilla ice cream or a dollop of whipped cream. If you have leftovers (unlikely!), store them in an airtight container such as the Rubbermaid Brilliance Food Storage Containers, Set of 5 (3.2 Cup). Pop leftovers back in the air fryer for a few minutes to re-crisp the topping.

Nutritional Information and Serving Size

This recipe makes about 4 individual servings. Each serving is approximately 250–300 calories, depending on the amount of sugar, butter, and mix-ins. It’s a lighter take on a classic, thanks to less oil and butter compared to traditional oven recipes.

Air Fryer Apple Crisp (Recap)

Air Fryer Apple Crisp is the perfect mix of cozy, crunchy, and convenient. The combination of tender apples and a golden, oat-flecked topping—with all the speed and ease of the air fryer—makes this recipe a must-try. Bring it to your table for effortless dessert joy any time of year.

Instructions

1. Prep apples: Peel and dice your apples—using the Mueller Pro-Series 10-in-1, 8 Blade Vegetable Chopper makes this step fast and safe. Place apples in a large bowl. Toss with granulated sugar, cinnamon, nutmeg, and lemon juice.
2. Mix crisp topping: In another bowl, combine oats, flour, brown sugar, and salt. Cut in the cold butter until the mixture resembles coarse crumbs—use the Farberware Professional Heat Resistant Nylon Meat and Potato Masher to make this easy and even. Stir in nuts if using.
3. Line your COSORI Air Fryer 9-in-1, Compact & Large 6-Qt, Grey basket with Air Fryer Paper Liners, 125Pcs Parchment Paper, 8IN Square to prevent sticking and for easy clean-up.
4. Assemble: Pour apples into an air fryer-safe dish or directly into your lined basket. Evenly sprinkle the crumble topping over the apples.
5. Air fry: Cook at 350°F for 15–18 minutes, until the apples are bubbling and the topping is golden brown and crisp.
6. Serve immediately with ice cream or whipped cream. Store leftovers in a Rubbermaid Brilliance Food Storage Container and reheat before enjoying.

Cook and Prep Times

Prep Time: 10 minutes

Cook Time: 15–18 minutes

Total Time: 28–30 minutes