Air Fryer Apple Spice Oatmeal – Cozy, Quick & Naturally Sweet

How to Make Apple Spice Oatmeal in the Air Fryer (Fast!)

When you’re in a breakfast slump and need something warm, satisfying, and simple, this Air Fryer Apple Spice Oatmeal is a winner. It’s naturally sweetened with maple syrup, uses pantry staples, and comes together in minutes—no pot babysitting required. Old-fashioned oats add fiber and whole-grain goodness, and the cinnamon-apple combo tastes like apple pie for breakfast.

Ingredients and Supplies You’ll Need

Ingredients

APPLES

• 1 medium apple (about 1/2–3/4 cup diced)
• 1–2 tbsp pure maple syrup
• 1/2–1 tsp ground cinnamon

OATMEAL

• 1/2 cup old-fashioned rolled oats
• 1/2–3/4 cup milk (or water)
• 1–2 tsp maple syrup (or brown/coconut sugar)
• 1/2 tsp ground cinnamon
• 1/2 tsp vanilla extract
• Pinch of salt

Supplies

• Paring knife
• Cutting board
• Small air fryer–safe baking dishes
• Air fryer (Cosori Pro II)

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Types of Apples to Use

Use what you have, but crisp/tart apples hold texture best. Favorites:

1. Granny Smith
2. Fuji
3. Honeycrisp
4. Pink Lady
5. Gala

Add Even More Flavor

We love classic cinnamon, but you can swap or blend spices to change the vibe:

• Apple pie spice
• Nutmeg
• Ground cloves
• Pumpkin pie spice

Any seasoning you’d use in an apple crisp works beautifully here.

How to Make Air Fryer Apple Spice Oatmeal

Step 1: Prepare the apples

Dice the apple. In a small air fryer–safe dish, toss with maple syrup and cinnamon until coated. Air fry at 380°F (193°C) for 4–5 minutes until slightly tender.

Step 2: Add the oats

Add oats, milk (or water), a little more maple syrup, cinnamon, vanilla, and a pinch of salt. Stir well. Adjust liquid to your preferred oatmeal texture.

Step 3: Second bake

Return the dish to the basket and cook at 300°F (150°C) for 10–12 minutes, until the oats are creamy and the apples are tender.

Step 4: Top & enjoy

Finish with your favorite toppings—extra cinnamon, brown sugar, chopped nuts, a dollop of yogurt, or even a scoop of vanilla ice cream if you’re going dessert-style. Then dig in!

Make-Ahead, Storage & Reheat

Cook once, eat a few times! Portion into airtight containers and refrigerate up to 4 days. Reheat in the microwave or the air fryer with a splash of milk to loosen.

Breakfast in the Air Fryer

This is not the only great breakfast you can make in the air fryer. Try these too:

• Air Fryer Breakfast Potato Hash
• Air Fryer Breakfast Burritos
• Mini Breakfast Pizzas
• Air Fryer Stuffed Bell Pepper Breakfast

Final Thoughts

This small-batch air fryer baked apple oatmeal is flexible—make one bowl or scale it for the whole family. It’s a cozy, budget-friendly breakfast with simple ingredients and minimal cleanup. Keep diced apples in the fridge and you’ll have a warm bowl in under 15 minutes.

Air Fryer Apple Spice Oatmeal – FAQ

Can I use quick oats instead of rolled oats?

Yes, but the texture will be softer. Reduce the second bake by 2–3 minutes.

How do I make this dairy-free?

Use almond, oat, or coconut milk—or water. It still turns out creamy with the apples.

Can I add protein?

Stir in Greek yogurt after cooking, or whisk in collagen/vanilla protein with the milk before the second bake.

What toppings are best?

Chopped nuts, extra cinnamon, raisins, peanut butter, or a drizzle of maple syrup. For dessert vibes, add a bit of brown sugar or a scoop of vanilla ice cream.

Can I make a bigger batch?

Yes—use multiple small dishes so the oats cook evenly. Add 1–2 minutes if dishes are very full.

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Apple Spice Oatmeal Easy Air Fryer Recipe

Turning breakfast into a dessert one delicious oats recipe at a time like this Air Fryer Apple Spice Oatmeal.

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Print Pin Rate

Prep Time: 5 minutes minutes

Cook Time: 17 minutes minutes

Total Time: 22 minutes minutes

Serves: 1

Adjust Servings: 1

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Equipment

• Paring knife
• Cutting board
• Small air fryer safe bowl
• Air Fryer

Ingredients

APPLES

• 1 apple about 1/2-3/4 cup diced
• 2 teaspoons maple syrup
• ¼ teaspoon cinnamon

OATMEAL

• ½ cup old fashioned rolled oats
• 1 cup milk or water
• ½ Tablespoon maple syrup or brown sugar or coconut sugar
• ¼-½ teaspoon ground cinnamon
• ½ teaspoon vanilla extract
• pinch of salt

Instructions

• In a small dish, combine the apples with the maple syrup and cinnamon.
• Air fry the apples for 4-5 minutes at 380 °F.
• Add the oats, milk, syrup, cinnamon, vanilla, and salt.
• Stir to combine.
• Add additional milk if desired.
• Air fry at 300 °F for 10-12 minutes.

Nutrition

Calories: 468kcal | Carbohydrates: 81g | Protein: 14g | Fat: 11g | Sodium: 99mg | Fiber: 9g | Sugar: 46g