Description
Crispy apple pie egg rolls bring classic dessert flavors into a delightful handheld treat. Cinnamon-spiced apples wrapped in golden, crackling wrappers offer you a perfect blend of comfort and crunch, ready to satisfy sweet cravings with every delicious bite.
Ingredients
Scale
Main Ingredients:
- 4 cups (0.95 liters) diced apples (Granny Smith or Honeycrisp)
Spices and Sweeteners:
- 1/4 cup (59 milliliters) sugar
- 1 teaspoon cinnamon
- 1/4 teaspoon nutmeg
- 1 tablespoon lemon juice
- 1 tablespoon cornstarch
Wrapping and Cooking:
- 12–15 egg roll wrappers
- Oil for frying (or cooking spray for baking)
Instructions
- Craft a luscious apple filling by simmering chopped apples with aromatic spices and citrus in a saucepan over medium heat until the fruit softens and becomes tender, approximately 5-7 minutes.
- Introduce cornstarch to the apple mixture, stirring continuously to create a thick, glossy consistency. Remove from heat and allow the filling to cool completely.
- Arrange an egg roll wrapper on a clean surface, positioning it diamond-shaped with a corner pointing towards you.
- Deposit a generous dollop of the cooled apple mixture onto the lower third of the wrapper, ensuring even distribution.
- Carefully fold the bottom corner over the filling, then tuck in the side edges to create a compact parcel.
- Roll the wrapper tightly, using a small amount of water to seal the top corner and prevent unraveling.
- For a crispy fried version, heat oil to 350°F and submerge the egg rolls, cooking for 2-3 minutes until they transform into a golden, crunchy exterior.
- Alternatively, opt for a lighter baked approach by preheating the oven to 400°F, lightly misting the rolls with cooking spray, and baking for 15-20 minutes, rotating midway to ensure even browning.
Notes
- Choose firm, tart apples like Granny Smith for the best balance of sweetness and texture in your egg rolls.
- Drain excess liquid from the apple mixture to prevent soggy wrappers and ensure a crispy exterior.
- Seal egg roll edges carefully with water to prevent filling from leaking during cooking.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 27 minutes
- Category: Desserts, Snacks
- Method: Frying
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 8
- Calories: 150
- Sugar: 6 g
- Sodium: 120 mg
- Fat: 5 g
- Saturated Fat: 0.5 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 4.5 g
- Trans Fat: 0 g
- Carbohydrates: 25 g
- Fiber: 2 g
- Protein: 1 g
- Cholesterol: 0 mg