Description
Crispy apple pie egg rolls blend classic American dessert with Asian-inspired wrapping technique. Cinnamon-spiced apples nestled in golden-brown wrappers create a delightful fusion you’ll savor with each delectable bite.
Ingredients
Scale
- 8 egg roll wrappers
- 3 medium-sized Granny Smith apples (peeled and diced into 1-inch cubes)
- 1/4 cup granulated sugar
- 1 tbsp lemon juice
- 3/4 tsp ground cinnamon
- 2 tsp cornstarch
- 1 tsp vanilla extract
- Vegetable oil (for deep frying)
- Whipped cream (optional)
- Caramel sauce (optional)
Instructions
- In a medium saucepan over medium-high heat, combine diced apples, lemon juice, cinnamon, and sugar to create a fragrant base for the filling.
- Whisk cornstarch with water in a separate bowl, then pour into the apple mixture. Stir and bring to a boil, then reduce heat and simmer for 5 minutes until apples soften and the mixture thickens.
- Remove from heat and stir in vanilla extract. Transfer to a bowl and allow the mixture to cool completely, which helps prevent soggy egg rolls.
- Prepare a water dish for sealing and line a baking sheet with paper towels to drain excess oil.
- Lay egg roll wrappers on a clean surface. Spoon cooled apple mixture onto the lower third of each wrapper. Roll tightly from the bottom, folding edges inward and sealing with a water-moistened finger.
- Heat oil in a heavy-bottomed pot to 360°F. Carefully lower 3-4 egg rolls into the oil, frying until golden brown and crispy, turning occasionally. Each batch should take about 2-3 minutes.
- Transfer fried egg rolls to the prepared baking sheet to drain excess oil. Repeat frying process, ensuring oil returns to 360°F between batches.
- Serve immediately, optionally accompanied by whipped cream or caramel sauce for an extra indulgent touch.
Notes
- Adjust apple sweetness by choosing ripe, slightly tart apples like Granny Smith or Honeycrisp for balanced flavor.
- Control oil temperature precisely using a digital thermometer to prevent burning and ensure crispy, golden-brown exterior.
- Create gluten-free version by substituting egg roll wrappers with rice paper or alternative gluten-free wrappers.
- Reduce sugar content by using stevia or monk fruit sweetener for a lower-calorie dessert option.
- Prep Time: 25 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Category: Desserts, Snacks
- Method: Frying
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 8
- Calories: 220 kcal
- Sugar: 12 g
- Sodium: 210 mg
- Fat: 10 g
- Saturated Fat: 1.5 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 7 g
- Trans Fat: 0 g
- Carbohydrates: 29 g
- Fiber: 2 g
- Protein: 3 g
- Cholesterol: 5 mg