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    Gluten-Free Cinnamon Apple Fries {Dairy-Free}

    Published: Sep 23, 2017 · by Audrey

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    gluten-free cinnamon apple fries

    Gluten-Free Cinnamon Apple Fries are a super easy way to make a special treat. Sweet and crisp apples lightly fried and covered in cinnamon and sugar.

     cinnamon apple fries in a basket with whipped cream and caramel dipping sauce with red apples in the background

    Lego Land Apple Fries

    My family has been to Lego Land in Florida several times. We are very blessed that they have homeschool days that gives homeschool families an awesome discount on tickets. My kids love legos and Lego Land is one of their favorite places to visit.

    One of my favorite things about Lego Land is their apple fries. It’s their only dedicated gluten-free food vendor at the park. My whole family loves their apple fries, so I knew that I wanted to copy their recipe.

     cinnamon apple fries in a basket with whipped cream and caramel dipping sauce with red apples in the background

    My family eats a lot of apples and we always have them in the kitchen. So when I want to make my kids a special treat, I break out my vegetable chopper and make gluten-free apple fries. Any type of apples makes great apple fries. Lego Land makes them with granny smith apples, but I usually buy gala apples.

    Honestly, I don’t know who loves them more my kids or my husband.

    Looking for other apple recipes? Check out these!

    • Easy Gluten-Free Apple Cinnamon Crumb Muffins {Dairy-Free Option}
    • Gluten-Free Apple Dapple Bundt Cake {Dairy-Free Option}
    • Gluten-Free Apple Pie Blondies
    •  Baked Apple Cinnamon Donuts

     

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    Gluten-Free Cinnamon Apple Fries

    Gluten-Free Cinnamon Apple Fries are a super easy way to make a special treat. Sweet and crisp apples lightly fried and covered in cinnamon and sugar.
    Course Dessert
    Cuisine American
    Keyword apple fries, gluten-free apple fries
    Prep Time 10 minutes
    Cook Time 10 minutes
    Total Time 20 minutes
    Servings 4 people
    Calories 412kcal
    Author Audrey from Mama Knows Gluten Free

    Ingredients

    • 4 apples peeled and sliced
    • 1 tablespoon lemon juice
    • 1 cup cornstarch
    • ½ teaspoon salt
    • 1 cup sugar
    • 1 teaspoon cinnamon
    • 3 cups vegetable oil I like peanut oil for frying
    • whip cream/ caramel sauce
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    Instructions

    • Peel and slice apples. I use a vegetable chopper.
    • In a large bowl toss the apples with lemon juice.
    • Heat oil in a large pan over high. 
    • Add cornstarch and salt to a large plastic storage bag.
    • Add apple slices to the bag, seal bag, and turnover/ shake to coat apple slices.
    • Fry apple slices until golden brown. This only takes a few minutes, so make sure you watch your apples. 
    • Remove the fried apples from the pan and place on a paper towel lined plate before adding to the cinnamon and sugar mixture. 
    • In a large bowl combine cinnamon and sugar.
    • Toss apples in the cinnamon and sugar mixture.
    • Serve with whipped cream/caramel sauce for dipping. (Or both!)
    • Enjoy!

    Notes

    Pro Tip: I use a vegetable chopper and make cutting the apples easier.
    I like peanut oil the best for frying, but any vegetable oil will work. 
    I serve with whipped cream and caramel dipping sauce. 
    Mama says, "Always check your labels!"

    Nutrition

    Serving: 1serving | Calories: 412kcal | Carbohydrates: 104g | Sodium: 295mg | Potassium: 194mg | Fiber: 4g | Sugar: 68g | Vitamin A: 100IU | Vitamin C: 9.8mg | Calcium: 16mg | Iron: 0.4mg
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    1. Kerryn says

      June 06, 2021 at 3:46 am

      Oh my goodness, OhMy GOODNESS!!! So easy, so yum, so quick, SO GOOD! I made these and was going to invite a front over to taste test with me, but I had to cancel….I ate them ALL MYSELF!!!Love these so much, a real taste explosion. As a relatively new vegan, these are a fabulous treat.

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    2. Renie says

      December 15, 2020 at 3:00 am

      These literally took less than 30 minutes to prep, fry & eat! They are absolutely delicious! I have Celiac & am always looking for an occasional dessert & this was a perfect choice. I followed the recipe exactly as it was written. Thank you!

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    3. Janice Kay says

      October 15, 2020 at 11:07 pm

      I made these today and they were DELICIOUS! This is my new go-to Gluten-Free sweet to make. I used half the cornstarch and the other half was Gluten-Free flour, plus I used less oil. Also, they were still yummy to eat a few hours later. Thanks so much for the recipe!

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    4. Cara says

      August 13, 2020 at 1:06 pm

      I used arrowroot powder instead of cornstarch and erythritol instead of sugar. I’m not sure what it would have looked like coming out of the oil had I used cornstarch, but the arrowroot powder seemed to gather a bit on them. It didn’t hurt the flavor or consistency at all. Crunchy and sweet!!

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    5. Mary Cullen says

      September 16, 2019 at 9:18 am

      Where did you get dairy free caramel sauce?

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      • Audrey says

        September 16, 2019 at 9:27 am

        Hi Mary! For dairy-free caramel sauce you will have to make your own. I have not seen a store-bought dairy-free caramel sauce.

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    6. Debbie says

      September 08, 2019 at 11:34 am

      Have you tried these in an air fryer? I am still on the fence about buying one.

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      • Audrey says

        September 09, 2019 at 9:10 am

        Hi Debbie! I have not tried these in an apple fryer, so I have not bought one yet. I am still on the fence about buying one too. A friend of mine says the Ninja Foodie is the best. I am hoping that it will go on sale during the holidays.

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    7. Kristin says

      August 20, 2019 at 9:51 am

      I want to try these, but my daughter cannot have any starch. Wondering what to replace the cornstarch with. She also cannot have the tapioca or potato that you suggested earlier.

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      • Audrey says

        August 21, 2019 at 8:56 am

        Hi Kristin! Can she have arrowroot powder? Maybe you could try rice flour. If you try it will you please let me know how they turn out?

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    8. Cortney says

      March 27, 2019 at 12:18 pm

      Do these need to be served immediately or can they be made the night before a party?

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      • Audrey says

        March 27, 2019 at 3:10 pm

        Hi Cortney! I have only eaten them served immediately. I do not think these would do well being reheated. Thanks!

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    9. Kathy Gallemore says

      January 31, 2019 at 10:58 pm

      Can you substitute something for the corn starch? My daughter is gluten and dairy free but also allergic to corn.

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      • Audrey says

        February 01, 2019 at 4:41 am

        Hi Kathy! You could try arrowroot, tapioca or potato starch. If you try it please let me know who it works out.

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