Description
Crispy apple pie egg rolls blend classic American dessert with Asian-inspired technique, creating a delightful fusion of sweet cinnamon-spiced apples wrapped in golden, crunchy wrappers. Sweet comfort meets culinary creativity, inviting you to savor each delectable bite of this irresistible crossover treat.
Ingredients
Scale
Main Ingredients:
- 5 medium Granny Smith apples (about 3.5 cups/840 milliliters), peeled, cored, and finely diced
- 8 ounces (226 grams) cream cheese, at room temperature
- 22–24 egg roll wrappers
Filling and Seasoning:
- 1/4 cup (50 grams) light brown sugar, packed
- 1 teaspoon ground cinnamon
- 1/2 teaspoon cornstarch
Coating and Topping:
- Cooking oil or cooking spray
- 2 tablespoons granulated sugar
- 1 teaspoon ground cinnamon
- 1/2 cup (120 milliliters) caramel topping, warmed, for dipping
Instructions
- Preheat the oven to 425°F and line a baking sheet with parchment paper, ensuring a crisp cooking surface for the egg rolls.
- In a mixing bowl, toss diced Granny Smith apples with light brown sugar, cinnamon, and cornstarch, coating the apples evenly to create a sweet and spiced filling.
- Arrange egg roll wrappers on a clean work surface, creating a preparation station for assembling the rolls.
- Spread a thin layer of cream cheese in the center of each wrapper, providing a creamy base for the apple mixture.
- Spoon the prepared apple filling directly onto the cream cheese, positioning it carefully to allow for easy rolling.
- Fold the bottom corner of the wrapper over the filling, then fold in the side edges to create a tight seal.
- Carefully roll the wrapper upward, ensuring the filling remains compact and the edges are securely closed.
- Place the assembled egg rolls seam-side down on the prepared baking sheet, spacing them evenly to promote uniform cooking.
- Lightly brush the exterior of each egg roll with oil or egg wash to help achieve a golden, crispy exterior.
- Bake in the preheated oven for 12-15 minutes, rotating the baking sheet halfway through to ensure even browning and a perfectly crisp texture.
Notes
- Toast spices lightly before mixing with apples to enhance their deep, rich flavor and release more complex aromatics.
- Consider using different apple varieties like Honeycrisp or Fuji for varied sweetness and texture profiles in your egg rolls.
- Prevent soggy wrappers by patting apple mixture dry and avoiding excess liquid before wrapping to maintain crispy exterior.
- Brush egg rolls with egg wash or melted butter before baking to achieve a beautiful golden-brown, glossy finish that looks professionally made.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Category: Desserts, Snacks
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 12
- Calories: 150
- Sugar: 8 g
- Sodium: 150 mg
- Fat: 6 g
- Saturated Fat: 3 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 2 g
- Trans Fat: 0 g
- Carbohydrates: 22 g
- Fiber: 1 g
- Protein: 2 g
- Cholesterol: 10 mg