Apple Pie Egg Rolls Recipe
Crispy and delicious Apple Pie Egg Rolls combine the comforting flavors of classic apple pie with a fun, easy-to-make twist. Filled with tender cinnamon-spiced apples, these egg rolls are fried to golden perfection and served with optional whipped cream or caramel sauce, making them a perfect dessert or snack for any occasion.
- Author: zara
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Total Time: 35 minutes
- Yield: 8 egg rolls 1x
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Deep-frying
- Cuisine: American
- Diet: Vegetarian
Apple Filling
- 3 medium Granny Smith apples, peeled and diced into 1-inch pieces
- 1 Tablespoon lemon juice
- 3/4 teaspoon cinnamon
- 1/4 cup sugar
- 2 teaspoons cornstarch
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 1/3 cup water
For Wrapping and Frying
- 8 egg roll wrappers
- Vegetable oil, for frying
Serving (Optional)
- Whipped cream
- Caramel sauce
- Prepare the apple mixture: In a medium saucepan over medium-high heat, combine the diced apples, lemon juice, cinnamon, and sugar. This mixture will form the flavorful filling for your egg rolls.
- Thicken the filling: In a small bowl, whisk together cornstarch and 1/3 cup water, then add it to the apple mixture. Stir to combine, then bring it to a boil. Cover and reduce to a simmer; cook for about 5 minutes until the apples soften slightly and the mixture thickens.
- Cool the filling: Remove the pan from heat, stir in vanilla extract, and transfer the mixture to a bowl. Let it cool completely before using, ensuring it holds together during rolling.
- Prepare for rolling: Fill a small dish with water to help seal the egg rolls. Line a baking sheet with paper towels to drain the fried rolls later.
- Roll the egg rolls: Once filling is cooled, lay out egg roll wrappers on a dry work surface. Using a slotted spoon, place about 1/4 cup of apple filling on the lower third of each wrapper. Fold in the sides, roll up tightly from the bottom, and seal the edges by running a moistened finger around them.
- Heat the oil: In a large, heavy-bottomed pot, add vegetable oil to a depth of about 4 inches. Attach a deep-fry thermometer and heat the oil to 360°F (182°C).
- Fry the egg rolls: Fry 3 to 4 egg rolls at a time, turning occasionally, until they turn golden brown, approximately 2-3 minutes. Remove them with a slotted spoon and place on the paper towel-lined baking sheet. Maintain oil temperature between batches.
- Serve: Serve the apple pie egg rolls immediately, optionally with whipped cream or caramel sauce for dipping, to enjoy them at their crispiest.
Notes
- Use Granny Smith apples for their tartness which balances the sweetness of the filling.
- Make sure the apple filling is completely cool before rolling to prevent the wrappers from becoming soggy or tearing.
- Maintain oil temperature between batches to ensure even frying and crispy texture.
- Leftover egg rolls can be reheated in an oven at 350°F (175°C) for about 10 minutes to restore crispness.
- For a healthier version, consider baking the egg rolls at 400°F (205°C) for 15-20 minutes, flipping halfway through.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 egg roll
- Calories: 190
- Sugar: 12g
- Sodium: 150mg
- Fat: 8g
- Saturated Fat: 1g
- Unsaturated Fat: 6g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 28g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 2g
- Cholesterol: 0mg
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