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Air Fryer Mini Apple Cakes — Nothing is better than a mini cake for holiday desserts. These Air Fryer Mini Apple Cakes are no exception and make the perfect little bite for your family! They are so good!

We all know that Christmas brings out our sweet tooth, but we don’t want to overindulge on sugary treats all day long (and night)!

That’s why I’m bringing you these Air Fryer Mini Apple Cakes – they’re made with just a few simple ingredients that you probably already have in your pantry, plus they’re air-fried to absolute perfection!

I love baking, and there is nothing better than the Air Fryer! Perfectly delicious and super simple!

So, whether you are new to air frying or have been air frying for years, this is the perfect dessert recipe! And you will love it!

Some of my favorite Air Fryer Dessert Recipes are AIR FRYER ITALIAN BISCOTTI, AIR FRYER LEMON DROP COOKIES, AIR FRYER STRAWBERRY SCONES, and AIR FRYER PANERA COPYCAT CINNAMON CRUNCH BAGELS.

Ingredients Needed For Air Fryer Mini Apple Cakes

Remember the step-by-step directions and detailed ingredient list are below, in the printable recipe card at the bottom of the post, as well as the nutritional information.

Butter
Brown Sugar
Granny Smith Apples
Eggs
Pure Vanilla Extract
All-Purpose Flour
Baking Powder
Ground Cinnamon
Ground Nutmeg
Salt
Milk

How To Make Air Fryer Mini Apple Cakes

Spray your muffin tins with nonstick cooking spray. In a small bowl, whisk together the melted butter and brown sugar until well combined and smooth.

Add one tablespoon of the butter/brown sugar mixture to the bottom of the muffin tin. Add the diced apples to the remaining mixture and set aside.

Then, in another bowl or stand mixer, add the butter and brown sugar and mix until light and fluffy. Fold in the eggs and vanilla extract, scraping the bowls. Mix the flour, baking powder, ground cinnamon, nutmeg, and salt in a small bowl. Slowly fold the butter mixture into the flour mixture, pour in the mix, and mix until the dough is thoroughly combined.

Divide the cake batter between the muffin tin and pour it over the apples so they do not move. Set the muffin tin into the air fryer basket and set the temperature to 320 degrees F, air fryer setting, bake for 10 to 12 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted into the center comes out clean.

Remove the cakes from the air fryer and let them cool for a few minutes before removing them from the muffin tins.

Pro Tips

For best results, mix your sugar and butter. This will make your pastry light and airy. Creaming is a baking technique that produces soft and delicious baked goods—it’s worth the extra step!
Spray your muffin tins well. The baked goods will come right out; no sticking is wanted here! Use either Baking Spray or regular non-stick cooking spray.
If you want a sugar substitute, use Splenda or another low-sugar alternative.
Invest in a muffin tin that will fit your air fryer. I used this one in the Omni, but Amazon has them in all sizes. I listed a few of my favorites at the end of this post.

Storing

If you have any Air Fryer Mini Apple Cakes leftover, let them cool to room temperature and place them in an airtight container. They will last for about 2 to 3 months at room temperature.

If you would like to freeze them, make a double batch, freeze some, let them cool to room temperature, and then place them in a freezer container or bag. They will last for about 2 to 3 months.

For best results, do not add the icing until serving time.

What Types Of Apples To Use

One of my favorite things about apples is how versatile they are. They are great for baking. For this particular recipe, I used Green Granny Smith apples to provide just enough tartness to balance out the sugar.

Some other great baking apples are Jonagold, Honeycrisp, Mutus, Pink Lady, or Braeburn.

What Muffin Tins To Use In The Air Fryer

Air Fryers have been around for a while now, and many people are just starting to realize they can bake with them. It would be best to have suitable pans to bake with air fryers; they can make or break a recipe.

Some of my favorite Air Fryer Muffin Tins are: (affiliate link included)

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