Description
Crispy apple pie egg rolls bring the classic dessert into a fun, handheld treat that turns traditional pie on its head. Wrapped in a golden wrapper and dusted with cinnamon sugar, these rolls deliver the warm, comforting flavors of homemade pie in one delightful bite.
Ingredients
Scale
Main Ingredients:
- 2 large apples
- 10–12 egg roll wrappers
- 12 cups vegetable oil
Filling Ingredients:
- ¼ cup granulated sugar
- 1 tablespoon brown sugar
- 1 teaspoon ground cinnamon
- ¼ teaspoon ground nutmeg
- 1 tablespoon lemon juice
- 1 tablespoon cornstarch
- 1 tablespoon water
Garnish and Serving Ingredients:
- ¼ cup granulated sugar
- 1 teaspoon ground cinnamon
- Caramel sauce
- Whipped cream
- Vanilla ice cream
Instructions
- Peel and dice 2 large apples (approximately ½-inch cubes) into a medium saucepan, ensuring even sizing for consistent cooking.
- Add ¼ cup granulated sugar, 1 tablespoon brown sugar, 1 teaspoon cinnamon, ¼ teaspoon nutmeg, and 1 tablespoon lemon juice to the apples.
- Cook the mixture at medium heat (325°F) for 6 minutes, stirring gently to prevent burning and help apples soften evenly.
- Mix 1 tablespoon cornstarch with 1 tablespoon water, then stir into apple mixture to create a slightly thickened filling.
- Remove apple filling from heat and let cool for 10-12 minutes until just warm, not hot.
- Lay egg roll wrapper diagonally on clean surface, placing 2 tablespoons of apple filling near one corner.
- Fold bottom corner over filling, then fold side corners inward, creating a tight seal with water on edges.
- Heat 2 cups vegetable oil in deep skillet to 375°F, checking temperature with kitchen thermometer.
- Carefully place 3-4 rolled egg rolls into hot oil, frying 2-3 minutes per side until golden brown and crispy.
- Remove egg rolls with slotted spoon, draining excess oil on paper towel-lined plate.
- Combine ¼ cup granulated sugar and 1 teaspoon cinnamon in shallow dish.
- Roll warm egg rolls in cinnamon-sugar mixture, coating completely and evenly.
- Serve immediately with caramel sauce and optional vanilla ice cream on the side.
Notes
- Chill the apple filling completely before wrapping to prevent soggy egg rolls and ensure crisp edges.
- Use a thermometer to check oil temperature around 350°F for perfect golden-brown exterior without burning.
- Seal egg roll wrappers tightly with water to prevent filling from leaking during frying.
- For a healthier version, bake the egg rolls at 425°F for 15-20 minutes, turning halfway through for even browning.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 10-14 minutes
- Category: Pies
- Method: Frying
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 12
- Calories: 290 kcal
- Sugar: 15 g
- Sodium: 300 mg
- Fat: 18 g
- Saturated Fat: 3 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 14 g
- Trans Fat: 0.2 g
- Carbohydrates: 30 g
- Fiber: 2 g
- Protein: 3 g
- Cholesterol: 5 mg