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Air Fryer Apple Chips

This recipe offers a quick and healthy snack by transforming thinly sliced apples into crisp, flavorful chips using an air fryer. Fresh apple slices are coated with zesty chile-lime seasoning and cooked until crunchy. It's an effortless method to create a delightful sweet-and-spicy treat perfect for any time.
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Total Time 30 minutes
Course Snack
Cuisine American
Servings 2 people
Calories 101.4 kcal

Equipment

  • 1 Air Fryer
  • 1 Mandoline Slicer (recommended for uniform slices)
  • 1 Cutting Board
  • 1 Apple Corer (if apple is not pre-cored)
  • 1 Mixing Bowl

Ingredients
  

Main

  • 1 apple cored
  • 0.5 tablespoon chile-lime seasoning such as Tajin®, or more to taste

Instructions
 

  • Preheat your air fryer to 300°F (150°C).
  • Core the apple, then slice it very thinly, about 1/16 to 1/8 inch thick, preferably using a mandoline for uniform slices.
  • In a medium bowl, gently toss the apple slices with the chile-lime seasoning until evenly coated.
  • Arrange the seasoned apple slices in a single layer in the air fryer basket, ensuring not to overcrowd it. Cook in batches if necessary.
  • Air fry for 10-15 minutes, flipping the slices halfway through the cooking time.
  • Continue air frying until the chips are crispy and slightly shrunken, adjusting time as needed based on thickness and air fryer model. Some may become slightly caramelized.
  • Carefully remove the apple chips from the air fryer basket.
  • Let the chips cool completely on a wire rack; they will crisp up further as they cool.
  • Serve immediately or store in an airtight container for later enjoyment.

Notes

Achieving uniform, very thin slices (about 1/16-inch or 1.5mm) is paramount for crisp apple chips; a mandoline slicer is highly recommended for consistency. Firmer apple varieties like Honeycrisp or Granny Smith yield the best results, retaining their structure and crispness. Avoid overcrowding the air fryer basket to ensure proper air circulation and prevent steaming; cook in small batches if necessary, flipping slices halfway through. Monitor closely during the final minutes as cooking times vary by apple thickness and air fryer model, preventing burning while ensuring desired crispness. Experiment with other spice blends like cinnamon sugar for a sweet alternative.