🍏 Ingredients
For the Apple Wedges:
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3–4 medium apples (Honeycrisp, Fuji, or Gala work well)
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1–2 tsp cinnamon
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1–2 tsp sugar (optional, depending on apple sweetness)
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1 tsp lemon juice
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Cooking spray or a light brush of oil
For the Caramel Whipped Cream:
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1 cup heavy whipping cream, cold
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2–3 tbsp caramel sauce (store-bought or homemade)
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1–2 tsp powdered sugar (optional, for extra sweetness)
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Pinch of salt
👩🍳 Instructions
1. Prepare the Apples
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Wash, core, and slice apples into wedges (about 8 wedges per apple).
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Toss wedges in a bowl with lemon juice, cinnamon, and sugar until evenly coated.
2. Air-Fry the Apple Wedges
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Preheat air fryer to 375°F (190°C) for 3–5 minutes.
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Lightly spray or brush the apple wedges with oil.
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Arrange in a single layer in the air fryer basket (you may need to do multiple batches).
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Air fry for 10–12 minutes, shaking the basket halfway through, until edges are golden and slightly caramelized.
3. Make the Caramel Whipped Cream
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In a chilled mixing bowl, whip the cold heavy cream with an electric mixer until soft peaks form.
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Gently fold in caramel sauce, powdered sugar, and a pinch of salt until combined.
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Taste and adjust sweetness if desired.
4. Serve
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Serve the warm apple wedges immediately with the caramel whipped cream on the side for dipping.
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Optional: drizzle extra caramel over the apple wedges for a more indulgent treat.
💡 Tips
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Apple Selection: Firmer apples like Honeycrisp hold up better in the air fryer.
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Batch Cooking: Avoid overcrowding the basket so the wedges crisp evenly.
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Caramel Twist: Add a pinch of cinnamon or a drop of vanilla extract to the whipped cream for extra flavor.
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Make Ahead: The caramel whipped cream can be made a few hours in advance and stored in the fridge.
These air-fried apple wedges are lightly crisp on the outside, tender inside, and pair perfectly with the creamy, sweet caramel whipped cream—a healthier yet indulgent dessert or snack.
I can also give a version with a spiced caramel glaze directly on the apples for an even more decadent treat if you want. Do you want me to do that?
