Maple-Glazed Air-Fried Pumpkin Wedges

Maple-Glazed Air-Fried Pumpkin Wedges

A simple, caramelized, crisp-edged fall recipe tailored for your air fryer.

Ingredients

For one small pumpkin (or squash)

  • 1 small pumpkin (or acorn or butternut squash)
  • 1 1/2 tablespoons maple syrup
  • 1 tablespoon olive oil
  • 1/2 teaspoon cinnamon
  • 1/4 teaspoon salt
  • Optional: pinch of nutmeg or smoked paprika

For two small pumpkins

  • 2 small pumpkins
  • 3 tablespoons maple syrup
  • 2 tablespoons olive oil
  • 1 teaspoon cinnamon
  • 1/2 teaspoon salt

Prep Steps

  1. Cut the pumpkin in half and scoop out the seeds.
  2. Slice into wedges about 3/4 to 1 inch thick.
  3. In a bowl, whisk together the maple syrup, olive oil, cinnamon, and salt.
  4. Add the pumpkin wedges and toss until fully coated in the glaze.

Air Frying Instructions

  1. Preheat the air fryer to 380°F.
  2. Arrange the wedges in a single layer in the basket (cook in batches if needed).
  3. Cook for 10 minutes, then flip each wedge.
  4. Cook for an additional 8–10 minutes, until:
    • the edges are caramelized,
    • the centers are soft, and
    • the glaze is sticky and browned.

Tips

  • For crispier edges: Add 1 teaspoon brown sugar to the glaze mixture.
  • If the wedges are too soft: Cut them a bit thicker next time.
  • If they brown too quickly: Reduce the air fryer temperature to 360°F and extend the time slightly.

Tags

Flavor: #Sweet #Savory #Caramelized #Earthy

Course: #SideDish #Appetizer #Snack

Method: #AirFried

Ingredients: #Vegetables #Pumpkin #Squash

Dietary: #Vegetarian #Vegan #GlutenFree #DairyFree

Season/Occasion: #Fall #Thanksgiving #Holiday #SeasonalProduce

Cuisine/Style: #American #Rustic #FarmToTable

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