
Th is Baked Apples Recipe is quite possibly the best way to enjoy apples! They’re deliciously sweet, tangy, and very easy to make. A few different variations will make this your go-to way to make baked apples in your air fryer or oven.

What Makes Baked Apples So Amazing
- Fast. Ready in less than 30 minutes with the help of your air fryer .
- Easy. Core and cut the apples, add a brushing of butter or coconut oil, and air fry .
- Vegetarian . A great meat-free snack for the whole family.
- Versatile. Top these baked apples with your favorite toppings to fit your preferred dietary considerations.
I think that apples are best enjoyed without a ton of unnecessary ingredients and extensive preparation. That’s exactly why these Baked Apples are just so good !
These Baked Apples are apple deliciousness in their purest form. It’s just apples, oil or butter, sugar, and apple pie spice, and it’s done in no time with very little effort needed. Simplicity and deliciousness all in one dish, which is arguably my favorite type of dish.
Not only is it generally easy to make, but with a little help from your air fryer it cooks quickly and comes out with a slight crisp.
The same crisp can be achieved in the oven, but not as quickly and conveniently as when you cook them in an air fryer. These Baked Apples are just another fantastic example of why I love my air fryer so much.
I know most people don’t think of using their air fryers for dessert, but they actually do make great desserts. If you look up my Every Day Easy Air Fryer cookbook, or my Air Fryer Revolution Cookbook, you will see I have lots of air fryer dessert recipes in them.
Are Baked Apples Healthy?
It’s hard to argue against working more fruits and veggies into your diet. Why not make them delicious?
Depending on which toppings you decide to add to your easy Baked Apples , they can be a tasty and healthy snack.
Watch A Video On How To Make This Baked Apple Recipe
Ingredients You’ll Need
- Apples - Obviously. Grab any of the apples below for a tasty snack.
- Butter - you can also use coconut oil for a Vegan option
- Sugar Or Other Sweetener Equivalent - use Truvia for a lower carb option
- Apple Pie Spice - Gives the perfect spiced flavor without grabbing a handful of spices out of your rack.
How To Make Baked Apples In The Air Fryer
- Core the apples and cut them in half.

- Place the cut apples into a bowl .

- Add melted coconut oil or butter, sugar, and apple pie spice. Use your hands to mix the ingredients well, ensuring the apples are evenly coated.

- Place the apples in the air fryer basket with the peel down.

- Set your air fryer to 350F for 10 minutes.

- Check the apples for doneness, garnish to your liking, and serve.

How To Make Baked Apples In The Oven
If you don’t have an air fryer you can bake them in the oven as well.
- Core and cut apples according to the air fryer instructions.
- Brush with butter or coconut oil.
- Bake for 15 minutes at 350F.
- Broil for 1-2 minutes to caramelize the tops.
Serving Suggestions
Serve with whipped cream, or with ice cream and whipped cream
Variations On This Recipe
You can add any of the following before baking the apples:
- Replace the apple pie spice with cinnamon and ginger.
- Cover each apple half with a slice of cheddar cheese for the last two minutes of air frying.
- Add ¼ teaspoon cumin before baking.
- Sprinkle with chopped crystallized ginger after they are done baking.
Can You Freeze Baked Apples?
Yes, as a matter of fact, you can! Simply place the apples in freezer bags or airtight containers and place them in the freezer for whenever you get the urge for some more delicious baked apple goodness.
What Kind Of Apples Are Good For Baked Apples?
There are a ton of apple options out there, so which apple is the best for baking? While there is no definitive answer, there are a few apples that tend to hold their shape better and in general taste better when baked. Here is a small list of apples that you might want to use when making this Baked Apples Recipe:
- Johnathan
- Jonagold
- Honeycrisp
- Braeburn
- Granny Smith
- Pink Lady
- Cortland
Looking For More Great Apple Recipes?

- Enjoy a scrumptious breakfast/dessert in half the time with this air fryer German Apple Pancakes recipe!
- Use up that zucchini and take advantage of apples while they’re in season with this oh-so-yummy Apple Zucchini Salad !
- This Keto Apple Pie recipe uses no apples, but still tastes EXACTLY like apple pie! Make a sugar-free, healthy apple pie filling recipe in 20 minutes.
- Instant Pot Applesauce - Even more delicious and healthy than the prepackaged stuff!
- Cooked Apples - Great for topping pancakes or filling pies!

Baked Apples | Easy Baked Apple Recipe + Video
Equipment
- PHILLIPS AIR FRYER
- Mixing Bowl
Ingredients
- ▢ 4 apples , small, any kind you prefer
- ▢ 2 tablespoons Butter , or coconut oil
- ▢ 2 tablespoons Sugar Or Other Sweetener Equivalent
- ▢ 1 1/5 teaspoons Apple Pie Spice
Instructions
- Core the apples and cut in half.
- Place the cut apples in a bowl .
- Add melted coconut oil or butter, sugar, and apple pie spice and use your hands to mix well, ensuring the apples are evenly coated
- Place the apples in the air fryer basket.
- Set your air fryer to 350°F for 10 minutes.
- Check the apples to ensure they are done and serve.
Oven Directions
- Prepare the apples and then bake them for 15 minutes.
- Broil for 1-2 minutes after they’re done baking.
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- Replace the apple pie spice with cinnamon and ginger.
- Cover each apple half with a slice of cheddar cheese for the last two minutes of air frying.
- Add ¼ teaspoon cumin before baking.
- Sprinkle with chopped crystallized ginger after they are done baking.
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Baked Apples | Easy Baked Apple Recipe + Video
Ingredients
- 4 apples small, any kind you prefer
- 2 tablespoons Butter or coconut oil
- 2 tablespoons Sugar Or Other Sweetener Equivalent
- 1 1/5 teaspoons Apple Pie Spice
Instructions
- Core the apples and cut in half.
- Place the cut apples in a bowl .
- Add melted coconut oil or butter, sugar, and apple pie spice and use your hands to mix well, ensuring the apples are evenly coated
- Place the apples in the air fryer basket.
- Set your air fryer to 350°F for 10 minutes.
- Check the apples to ensure they are done and serve.
Oven Directions
Prepare the apples and then bake them for 15 minutes.
Broil for 1-2 minutes after they’re done baking.
Replace the apple pie spice with cinnamon and ginger.
Cover each apple half with a slice of cheddar cheese for the last two minutes of air frying.
Add ¼ teaspoon cumin before baking.
Sprinkle with chopped crystallized ginger after they are done baking.
Baked Apples | Easy Baked Apple Recipe + Video https://twosleevers.com/easy-baked-apple-recipe/
Here’s an easy German Rouladen recipe, but with a twist. Use your air fryer to get a crispy flank steak roll, with all of the flavors of a classic rouladen, but not the hours-long braise times.

I know I make a lot of recipes from all over the world. I feel like the best way to live, is to experience all the good that the world has to offer us–and food is definitely part of the good that the world offers us.
I may deviate while cooking these recipes and not always go the traditional route, as I did with this German Rouladen , however, the concept of the recipe is still the same even if the way I go about it is a little different than what tradition calls for.
I love knowing where food comes from and how it was created in the first place. Sometimes, knowing the origin of the food will help you understand even more about why or how the recipe is made the way the way it is. This German Rouladen is a delicious dish that’s a must-try. Especially if you enjoy trying deviations from traditional recipes.
Why You’ll Love This German Rouladen
- Fast. Make this rouladen recipe in under 30 minutes with the help of your air fryer .
- Easy. Make the sauce, prepare the rouladen, air fry, and serve!
- Low Carb . Only 8 net carbs per serving.
- Flavorful. Between the bacon and the delicious sauce, your tastebuds will be singing for joy.
I mean, beef, bacon, and other yummies rolled up into a cute little package—how could you resist?
What Makes This Recipe So Easy?
A typical rouladen involves a long, slow braise. This version gives you an entirely new dish, albeit with the same ingredients. It’s a great example of how you can change the taste of foods entirely, just by changing how you cook them.
There is no braising in my recipe. It’s all air fried and cooked quickly. Given that, I am sure some of you will question whether I should even legitimately call this a rouladen, much less a German Rouladen. But yes. I think I will, just because it’s at least a name and a concept that’s familiar to many of us.
I like to make things easy for all of us. So unlike traditional recipes, I also don’t pound that meat at all for this German Rouladen.
What Is Rouladen?
The word “rouladen” is just French for “to roll.” In other words, German Rouladen literally translates into German roll.
The origin of this dish is unknown but, it’s always used a cheaper slice of beef and included onions, bacon, mustard, and pickles-almost like steak roll sandwich.
However, I have adjusted mine to a different version, so not all of these ingredients are used but, it still tastes absolutely delicious and I think you’ll love it.
What Cut Of Meat Is A Rouladen?
Traditionally you would use thin slices of top round roast. Since I use flank steak for many of my other recipes, I tend to keep it in my refrigerator. So, for my rendition of German rouladen I used flank steak.

Ingredients You’ll Need
While this list of ingredients may seem daunting at first glance, most of them are kitchen staples. Even if you have to run out and grab a few extra things to make this dish, I guarantee the flavor will make up for any inconvenience this may be.
For the Sauce
- Oil
- Onion
- Sour cream
- Tomato Paste
- Dill Pickles
- Chopped Parsley
For the Steak
- Flank steak
- Dijon mustard
- Ground Black Pepper
- Bacon
- Chopped Parsley
How To Make Rouladen
- Mix together sliced onions, salt, and pepper.
- Cook the onions in the air fryer.
- Once the onions are cooked, set aside half of them to use in the steak roll. Put the rest of the onions in a bowl and mix them with the sour cream, tomato paste, chopped pickles, and parsley. Use water to thin the sauce if desired.
- Spread the mustard on the meat. Layer on the bacon slices, remaining grilled onion, and parsley. Sprinkle with some ground pepper.
- Roll up the steak as tightly as you can, ending seam side down. Cut the roll in half so it fits into your air fryer basket.
- Cook the rolled steak in your air fryer until it has reached an internal temperature of 145°F.
- Serve with sauce and enjoy!
What Do You Serve With Rouladen?
When trying to find something to serve with this rouladen recipe, your possibilities are virtually endless. It’s a flavorful protein that pairs well with so many things. Here are a few of my favorite things to serve with it:
- Keto Broccoli Salad
- Air Fryer Baked Potatoes
- Air Fryer Corn On The Cob
- Cheesy Potatoes
- Roasted Ratatouille
How Long Does It Last?
If this seems like a large meal for the number of people you have to feed, don’t worry! This rouladen recipe reheats easily without sacrificing flavor or texture.
For best results reheat any leftovers in the air fryer within 3-5 days.
Want More Delicious German Recipes?

Check out my Instant Pot Sauerbraten . Typically this dish takes hours to make, but thanks to your handy dandy instant pot it’s done in about an hour!
Another delicious German recipe of mine is my Instant Pot Sauerkraut Soup recipe ! It’s delightfully filling, gluten-free, and really easy to make!
If you’re looking for more great German recipes, check out my Instant Pot German Red Cabbage or German Currywurst .

Rouladen Recipe | German Rouladen Made In The Air Fryer
Equipment
- Ninja Air Fryer
- Meat Thermometer
Ingredients
For the Sauce
- ▢ 3 tablespoons ( 3 tablespoons ) Oil
- ▢ 2 cups ( 320 g ) Onion , sliced thick
- ▢ 1/2 cup ( 115 g ) sour cream
- ▢ 1 tablespoon ( 1 tablespoon ) Tomato Paste
- ▢ 1/4 cup Dill Pickles , chopped
- ▢ 1 teaspoon ( 1 teaspoon ) Chopped Parsley
For the Steak
- ▢ 1 pound ( 453.59 g ) flank steak , about 1/4-1/2 inch thick
- ▢ 1/4 cup ( 62.25 g ) Dijon mustard
- ▢ 1 teaspoon ( 1 teaspoon ) Ground Black Pepper
- ▢ 4 ( 4 ) Bacon
- ▢ 1/4 cup ( 15 g ) Chopped Parsley
Instructions
- In a small bowl mix together sliced onions, 1/2 teaspoon salt and 1/2 teaspoon pepper.
- Set the air fryer to 400F for 5-8 minutes.
- When the onions are cooked, set aside half the onions to use in the steak roll. Put the rest of the onions in a small bowl and mix them with the sour cream, tomato paste, chopped pickles, and 2 teaspoons of parsley. Add 1-2 tablespoons of water if you need to thin the sauce.
- For the Rolls: Lightly spread the mustard on the meat. Follow with the bacon slices, reserved grilled onion and parsley. Sprinkle a little ground pepper on top. Roll up the steak as tightly as you can, ending seam side down. Using a sharp knife, cut the roll in half so that you can better fit it into your air fryer basket.
- Set your air fryer to 400F for 8-10 minutes, or until your steak has reached an internal temperature of 145°F. It is critical to not overcook skirt steak, so as to not toughen the meat.
- Serve with the sauce.
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Keto Instant Pot, Keto Fat Bombs, Sweets, & Treats , and Easy keto in 30 minutes.
