Name: Air Fryer Apple Crumble
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 20 min
Total time: 35 min
Cuisine: American
Ingredients: 1 teaspoon softened butter for the pan; 1 1/2 pounds apples (Honeycrisp, peeled and thinly sliced); 1 teaspoon flour; 1 teaspoon cinnamon; 2 tablespoons brown sugar; 1 tablespoon water; 1 stick butter (113 g); 1 cup flour (170 g); 1/2 cup brown sugar; 2 tablespoons quick oats; 1/2 teaspoon baking powder; 1/2 teaspoon cinnamon; Pinch salt; Sweet cream, whipped cream, or ice cream

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Our air fryer apple crumble is the perfect dessert to throw together quickly with fresh apples and simple pantry ingredients. Add a drizzle of cream or a scoop of ice cream for an irresistible dessert that everyone will love.

The recipe combines fresh, sweet/tart apples—I like Honeycrisp—warm spices, and sugar. The buttery brown sugar crumb topping includes oats for extra texture.

Why the Air Fryer?

The air fryer is a good choice because it cooks quickly. Plus, it doesn’t heat the house up or use as much energy as a conventional oven.

Recipe Variations

Filling Variations

Different Apples: Try Granny Smith for tartness, Fuji or Gala for extra sweetness, or a mix for complexity.
Pears: Try using sliced pears instead of apples.
Add Berries: Stir in 1/2 cup of fresh or frozen blueberries, raspberries, or cranberries with the apples before cooking.
Caramel Apple Crumble: Replace the water with 1 tablespoon of caramel sauce for richer flavor.
Spiced Apples: Add a pinch of nutmeg, allspice, or cardamom to the apple mixture.

Topping Variations

Nutty Crumble: Add 1/4 cup chopped walnuts or pecans to the crumble mixture for extra texture.
Coconut Crunch: Mix in 2 tablespoons of unsweetened shredded coconut.
Granola Topping: Replace quick oats with granola for a crunchier, more textured finish.
Gluten-Free: Use a gluten-free flour blend in place of all-purpose flour.

Flavor Twists

Citrus Zest: Stir in 1 teaspoon of lemon or orange zest with the apples.
Boozy Kick: Add a splash of bourbon or spiced rum (1 tablespoon) to the apple mixture before cooking.
Savory-Sweet: Add a small pinch of sea salt flakes on top before the final air fry.

How to Store

Refrigerator: Store cooled leftovers in an airtight container in the fridge for up to 4 days.

Freeze Transfer the apple crumble to an airtight container and freeze for up to 2 months. Defrost in the fridge overnight.

♨️ How to Reheat

Air Fryer: Reheat in the air fryer at 325°F for 5 to 8 minutes or until thoroughly heated.

Oven: Put the crumble or a portion in a baking dish and cover loosely with foil. Bake at 350°F for 10 to 15 minutes.

Microwave: Transfer a serving-size portion to a microwave-safe bowl, cover with a damp paper towel, and warm for 45 to 60 seconds or until heated through.