If you’re looking for a healthy Halloween snack that still feels festive and fun, you’ve gotta try these Vampire Fang Apple Chips! They’re naturally sweet, crispy, and shaped like little spooky vampire fangs — how fun is that? My kids love helping cut and arrange them, and honestly… so do I.
The air fryer makes this snack super easy. You get perfectly crisp apple chips without waiting hours for the oven to do its thing. Plus, you don’t need a ton of oil or added sugar — the air fryer really brings out the natural sweetness and gives that irresistible crunch.
The flavor is sweet and slightly tart, depending on the apples you choose, and the texture is wonderfully crispy — perfect for nibbling while you’re setting up your spooky decorations or watching a Halloween movie.
These little vampire fang chips are ready in under 30 minutes and are such a fun way to get a little fruit into your Halloween spread. Kid-approved, parent-approved, party-approved. Let’s go!
🥕 Ingredients Overview
Here’s what you’ll need for your spooky apple fangs:
- Apples: Choose firm, crisp apples like Honeycrisp, Pink Lady, or Granny Smith. Red apples look super festive, but green ones add an extra tart bite.
- Lemon juice: This keeps the apples from browning and adds a slight tang.
- Cinnamon & sugar (optional): Totally optional for a sweet variation — just a sprinkle will do!
- Olive oil spray (optional): Helps them crisp up even more, but not strictly necessary.
🍎 Dietary tips: Naturally gluten-free, dairy-free, vegan, and low-calorie. If you want no added sugar, skip the cinnamon-sugar.
🔥 Step-by-Step Instructions
1. Prep the apples
Wash and core your apples. Cut each apple in half, then slice into thin wedges (about 1/8-inch thick) that resemble little fang shapes.
2. Soak in lemon water
In a bowl of cold water with a few tablespoons of lemon juice, soak the apple slices for 3–5 minutes to prevent browning. Drain and pat dry.
3. Preheat the air fryer
Preheat your air fryer to 300°F (150°C) for 3 minutes.
4. Arrange and season
Arrange apple slices in a single layer in the basket. Lightly spray with olive oil if desired, and sprinkle with cinnamon-sugar if using.
Pro Tip: Don’t overlap the slices — air needs to circulate for max crispiness!
5. Air fry
Air fry at 300°F (150°C) for 15–20 minutes, flipping halfway through, until lightly golden and crisp. Watch closely near the end to avoid burning.
6. Cool and serve
Let chips cool for 5–10 minutes — they crisp up even more as they cool. Serve as is, or arrange in a bowl with a little plastic vampire fang prop for a spooky touch.
❌ Common Mistakes to Avoid
- Cutting the slices too thick — they won’t crisp properly.
- Overlapping slices in the basket — they’ll steam instead of crisp.
- Cooking too hot — low and slow is the way to go for apple chips.
- Not letting them cool — they crisp up after cooking, so give them a minute.
🎨 Variations & Add-Ons
- Sweet & spooky: Drizzle cooled chips with white chocolate and sprinkle with red candy dust for “bloody fangs.”
- Low-calorie: Skip the oil and cinnamon-sugar — apples are naturally sweet and just 50 calories per serving!
- Savory twist: Sprinkle with a tiny pinch of salt or chili powder for a salty-spicy treat.
- Caramel dip: Serve with a little bowl of caramel sauce for dunking.
- Different fruits: Try thinly sliced pears in the same style.
📦 Make Ahead & Storage
You can make these apple chips ahead and store them in an airtight container at room temperature for up to 2 days. If they lose their crunch, pop them back in the air fryer for a couple of minutes to refresh.
🥗 Nutrition Highlights
Each serving is about 50–60 calories and provides fiber and vitamin C — a healthier Halloween treat!
Air Fryer Vampire Fang Apple Chips
Ingredients
Equipment
Method
- Wash, core, and slice apples into thin wedge “fang” shapes.
- Soak in lemon water for 3–5 minutes, drain, and pat dry.
- Preheat air fryer to 300°F (150°C) for 3 minutes.
- Arrange slices in a single layer in the basket, spray lightly with oil and sprinkle with cinnamon-sugar if desired.
- Air fry at 300°F for 15–20 minutes, flipping halfway, until crisp.
- Cool and enjoy!
