Description
Cinnamon Sugar Apple Fries are a delightful twist on traditional apple desserts, offering a sweet and spiced treat that’s perfect for snacking or dessert. Baked to perfection, these crispy apple strips are easy to make with just a few ingredients, making them ideal for busy weeknights or cozy evenings at home. Whether served warm with a scoop of vanilla ice cream or drizzled with caramel sauce, these apple fries are sure to impress both kids and adults alike. Enjoy the comforting flavors of cinnamon and sugar as you indulge in this guilt-free, delicious treat.
Ingredients
Scale
- 4 medium apples (Honeycrisp, Granny Smith, Fuji, or Gala)
- 2 tablespoons unsalted butter (or coconut/vegetable oil for a vegan option)
- 1/4 cup granulated sugar (or coconut/brown sugar)
- 1 teaspoon ground cinnamon
- 1/4 teaspoon ground nutmeg (optional)
- Pinch of salt
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 400°F (200°C) and line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
- Wash and core the apples; slice into fry shapes about 1/4 to 1/2 inch thick.
- Pat the apple fries dry with a paper towel to remove excess moisture.
- In a small bowl, whisk together sugar, cinnamon, nutmeg (if using), and salt.
- In a large bowl, toss the apple fries with melted butter until evenly coated.
- Sprinkle the cinnamon sugar mixture over the fries and toss again until well coated.
- Arrange in a single layer on the prepared baking sheet.
- Bake for 15-25 minutes or until tender and lightly golden brown, checking for doneness around 15 minutes.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 160
- Sugar: 20g
- Sodium: 50mg
- Fat: 5g
- Saturated Fat: 3g
- Unsaturated Fat: 2g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 29g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 0g
- Cholesterol: 10mg