Description
Cinnamon Sugar Apple Fries are a delicious and playful twist on traditional fries that will satisfy any sweet tooth. These crispy, cinnamon-dusted apple slices are not only simple to make but also offer a healthier alternative to regular fries. Perfect as an after-school snack, a dessert for family gatherings, or a cozy fall treat.
Ingredients
Scale
- 4 medium firm apples (Honeycrisp, Granny Smith, Fuji, or Gala)
- 2 tablespoons unsalted butter (or coconut oil/vegetable oil)
- 1/4 cup granulated sugar (or coconut sugar/brown sugar)
- 1 teaspoon ground cinnamon
- 1/4 teaspoon ground nutmeg (optional)
- Pinch of salt
Instructions
- Preheat the oven to 400°F (200°C) and line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
- Wash the apples, core them, and cut them into fry shapes about 1/4 to 1/2 inch thick.
- Pat the apple fries dry with a paper towel.
- In a bowl, whisk together sugar, cinnamon, nutmeg, and salt.
- Drizzle melted butter over the apple fries and toss to coat evenly.
- Sprinkle the cinnamon sugar mixture over the coated apple fries and toss again.
- Arrange in a single layer on the baking sheet and bake for 15-25 minutes until tender and slightly golden.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 180
- Sugar: 22g
- Sodium: 10mg
- Fat: 6g
- Saturated Fat: 4g
- Unsaturated Fat: 2g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 30g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 0g
- Cholesterol: 15mg