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🍎 Apple Pie Egg Rolls Recipe
🌟 Introduction
Apple Pie Egg Rolls are a creative twist on the beloved American classic, apple pie. Imagine everything you love about warm, cinnamon-spiced apple filling wrapped in a crispy golden egg roll shell. It’s the perfect marriage between comfort food and street-style snacking. These sweet rolls are perfect for holidays, parties, or when you crave a dessert that’s both familiar and exciting. They are quick to make, easy to serve, and don’t require hours of baking like a traditional pie.
📝 Ingredients
- 3 medium apples (Granny Smith, Honeycrisp, or Gala work best)
- 2 tablespoons unsalted butter
- ¼ cup brown sugar
- 2 tablespoons granulated sugar
- 1 teaspoon ground cinnamon
- ¼ teaspoon ground nutmeg
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 1 tablespoon cornstarch mixed with 2 tablespoons water (slurry, for thickening)
- 8–10 egg roll wrappers
- Oil for frying (vegetable or canola oil)
- Powdered sugar or cinnamon sugar (for dusting)
Optional for dipping:
- Warm caramel sauce
- Whipped cream
- Vanilla ice cream
👩🍳 Instructions
- Prepare the Apples
- Peel, core, and dice the apples into small cubes.
- Cook the Filling
- In a skillet over medium heat, melt the butter.
- Add apples, brown sugar, granulated sugar, cinnamon, nutmeg, and vanilla.
- Stir until the apples soften (about 5–7 minutes).
- Add the cornstarch slurry and cook another 1–2 minutes until thickened.
- Remove from heat and let cool slightly.
- Assemble the Egg Rolls
- Place one egg roll wrapper on a clean surface, with a corner facing you like a diamond.
- Spoon 2–3 tablespoons of apple filling onto the center.
- Fold the bottom corner over the filling, then fold in the sides, and roll tightly.
- Seal the edge with a little water. Repeat for all wrappers.
- Fry the Egg Rolls
- Heat oil to 350°F (175°C).
- Fry 2–3 egg rolls at a time until golden brown (2–3 minutes per side).
- Remove and place on paper towels to drain excess oil.
- Serve
- Dust with powdered sugar or cinnamon sugar.
- Serve warm with caramel sauce, whipped cream, or ice cream.
🛠 Methods
- Frying: Creates the crispiest and most authentic texture.
- Air Frying: Brush or spray with oil, air fry at 375°F (190°C) for 8–10 minutes, flipping halfway.
- Baking: Brush with melted butter, bake at 400°F (200°C) for 15–18 minutes until golden.
📜 History
- Apple Pie: Known as a symbol of American tradition, though its roots trace back to Europe, especially England and the Netherlands.
- Egg Rolls: Traditionally savory and of Chinese origin, egg rolls became popular in American-Chinese cuisine.
- Fusion Dish: Apple Pie Egg Rolls combine the best of East-West culinary traditions, blending American dessert culture with Asian-inspired preparation.
💎 Benefits
- Quick & Easy: Faster than making a whole pie.
- Portion Control: Individual servings make them perfect for parties.
- Flavorful: Combines warm spices, buttery apples, and a crispy shell.
- Customizable: Can add nuts, raisins, or caramel inside.
- Family-Friendly: Kids love them, and adults adore the nostalgic flavors.
🏗 Formation
- Core Element: Apple filling (spiced, sweet, gooey).
- Shell: Egg roll wrapper fried/baked to crisp perfection.
- Final Touch: Dusting sugar + dipping sauce for indulgence.
❤️ Lovers
This recipe is loved by:
- Apple Pie Lovers – It gives them pie in a portable form.
- Street Food Enthusiasts – Crispy, handheld snacks are irresistible.
- Holiday Gatherers – A unique twist for Thanksgiving or Christmas.
- Kids & Teens – They love fun, dippable desserts.
- Busy Bakers – Perfect for when you don’t want to fuss with pie dough.
🍽 Nutrition (per egg roll, approx.)
- Calories: 180–220
- Carbohydrates: 30g
- Protein: 2g
- Fat: 8g
- Fiber: 2g
- Sugar: 15g
(Values may vary depending on frying vs. baking.)
🏁 Conclusion
Apple Pie Egg Rolls are the perfect dessert for anyone who loves apple pie but wants a quicker, crispier, and more portable version. They carry the warmth of tradition with a modern, fun twist. Whether served at a festive holiday table or as a cozy weekend treat, they never fail to impress.
💕 Conclusion with Lovers
From kids enjoying them with sticky caramel sauce to adults pairing them with a scoop of vanilla ice cream, Apple Pie Egg Rolls are adored across generations. They unite the comfort of home baking with the fun of handheld street food. One bite, and you’ll see why so many food lovers can’t resist them.
Would you like me to also make a baked (lighter) version of these Apple Pie Egg Rolls for you, or keep it indulgent and fried?