Air Fryer Apricots

Name: Air Fryer Apricots
Prep time: 5 min
Cook time: 8 min
Total time: 13 min
Yield: 2
Cuisine: American
Ingredients: 6 ripe apricots, washed; 2 tsp light brown sugar; Whipped cream, vanilla ice cream or chopped almonds, optional

Apricots are like small, tart peaches—and they keep that brightness in the air fryer. Halve, pit, sprinkle with brown sugar and air fry cut side up until soft and lightly caramelized. Balance the tartness with whipped cream, ice cream or toasted almonds.

13 min total
350°F / 177°C
2 servings
5 min prep

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Pits pop out easy

Run a knife around the pit like a peach, then twist the halves apart. Apricot pits usually come free with your fingers.

Sugar tames the tart

Apricots stay acidic when cooked. Brown sugar on the cut surface caramelizes and sweetens each bite.

Handle gently

They soften quickly and can collapse when hot. Lift carefully with a spatula.

Air Fryer Apricots

Prep 5 min · Cook 8 min · Total 13 min · 2 servings

Air Fryer350°F / 177°C

Basket time8 min

Flip / shakesee steps

Tested onCosori 5.8 qt, 1700W

Crowding. Twelve halves from six apricots fit most baskets in one layer. Cook in batches if needed.

Basket liner (optional). Air fryer paper basket liners are optional. They catch drips and make cleanup easier. Use the molded type that fits your basket; air flows around the sides. Never cover the whole basket floor with solid foil.

Step-by-step instructions

Follow each step in order. Photos show what to look for so the basket finish matches the plate.

Prep

Halve apricots lengthwise and remove the pits. Place cut side up and divide brown sugar over the halves.
Apricot halves topped with brown sugar

Cook

Arrange apricot halves cut side up in the air fryer basket in a single layer. Air fry at 350°F (177°C) for 7-8 minutes until soft and lightly caramelized.
Caramelized apricot halves in the air fryer basket
Remove carefully—they will be soft. Serve with whipped cream, ice cream or nuts if you like.