Air Fryer Apple Blooms
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Air Fryer Apple Blooms
Description
Air Fryer Apple Blooms creatively prepare tart Granny Smith apples by removing their cores and slicing them into segments that stay connected. Each apple is filled with chewy caramel squares, then brushed with a mixture of melted unsalted butter, brown and granulated sugars, cinnamon, and nutmeg, which form a sweet, spiced glaze during cooking. The apples are air fried at 350°F until tender, usually 15 to 20 minutes, yielding a warm dessert with soft fruit and gooey caramel inside.
The combination of spices adds warmth and a subtle earthiness to the naturally tart apple. Serving the Apple Blooms topped with ice cream and drizzled caramel sauce introduces a creamy and sweet contrast to the fruit's texture and flavor. These make a comforting dessert that can be prepared with less oil than traditional baking methods, thanks to the air fryer.
Ingredients
- 4 tablespoons butter melted, unsalted
- 1 tablespoon brown sugar packed
- 1 tablespoon granulated sugar
- 1/2 teaspoon ground cinnamon
- 1/4 teaspoon nutmeg
- 4 apple Granny Smith variety
- 8 caramel chewy squares
- cooking spray
Serving:
- Ice cream for serving
- caramel sauce
Instructions
Prepare the apple blooms:
- Slice the top off of each apple then use a teaspoon to scoop out the core.
- With a paring knife, make two circular cuts in the apple. Place it cut side down on a cutting board and slice crosswise, careful not to cut through the core.
- In a medium bowl, whisk together the melted butter, both sugars, nutmeg, and cinnamon.
- Fill each apple with two caramel squares, then brush generously with the melted butter mixture on top.
For oven:
- Preheat the oven to 375 degrees F and grease a small baking dish with cooking spray.
- Place the prepared apples in the baking dish and bake until the apples are tender, about 30-40 minutes.
Air fry:
- Arrange the prepared apples in the air fryer basket and bake at 350 F for 15 to 20 minutes, or until tender.
Serve:
- Serve warm topped with ice cream and a drizzle of caramel sauce.
Nutrition Information
Show DetailsNutrition Facts
Serving: 4apple blooms
Amount Per Serving
Calories 296 kcal
% Daily Value*
| Calories | 296kcal | 15% |
| Carbohydrates | 47g | 16% |
| Protein | 2g | 4% |
| Fat | 13g | 20% |
| Saturated Fat | 8g | 40% |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 1g | 6% |
| Monounsaturated Fat | 3g | 15% |
| Trans Fat | 1g | 50% |
| Cholesterol | 32mg | 11% |
| Sodium | 142mg | 6% |
| Potassium | 246mg | 5% |
| Fiber | 5g | 20% |
| Sugar | 38g | 76% |
| Vitamin A | 457IU | 9% |
| Vitamin C | 8mg | 9% |
| Calcium | 47mg | 5% |
| Iron | 1mg | 6% |
* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet.
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Overall Rating
5
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