Air Fryer Apple Fritters are pure cozy, fall-flavored comfort in every bite . Crispy edges, soft cakey centers, juicy chunks of apple, and that dreamy vanilla glaze on top — all without deep-frying!
Air Fryer Apple Fritters
Makes: 8 fritters
Prep Time: 15 minutes
Cook Time: 8–10 minutes per batch
Total Time: ~30 minutes
Ingredients
For the Fritters:
- 1 cup all-purpose flour
- 1 ½ tsp baking powder
- 1/4 tsp salt
- 1/2 tsp cinnamon
- 1/4 tsp nutmeg (optional but cozy!)
- 2 tbsp sugar
- 1/3 cup milk
- 1 large egg
- 1 tsp vanilla extract
- 1 tbsp melted butter
- 1 1/2 cups peeled, diced apples (like Granny Smith or Honeycrisp)
- Olive oil spray or parchment liners
For the Glaze:
- 1 cup powdered sugar
- 1–2 tbsp milk
- 1/2 tsp vanilla extract