🍎🥧✨ Apple Pie Egg Rolls – Crispy, Gooey & Irresistibly Sweet!

Author: Jacky

Published: October 14, 2025

🎉 Introduction

These dessert egg rolls combine tender, caramelized apples with brown sugar and cinnamon, rolled in a crunchy shell that’s fried (or baked!) to golden perfection. Each bite gives you the perfect balance of crisp, warm, and sweet.

They’re easy, portable, and incredibly fun to make — ideal for cozy fall nights, holidays, or when you’re craving apple pie but don’t want to bake a whole one. Add a scoop of vanilla ice cream or a drizzle of caramel sauce, and you’ve got dessert heaven in minutes. 🍨🍯

🧰 Equipment Needed

Skillet or saucepan
Mixing bowl
Spoon or spatula
Small bowl (for sealing egg rolls)
Frying pan or air fryer (optional oven instructions below)
Paper towels

🛒 Ingredients

For 10–12 Egg Rolls:

2 cups apples, peeled and diced (Granny Smith or Honeycrisp work best) 🍏🍎
1 Tbsp butter
¼ cup brown sugar
1 ½ tsp ground cinnamon
1 tsp cornstarch
1 Tbsp water
1 tsp lemon juice
Pinch of salt
10–12 egg roll wrappers

For Frying & Finishing:

Vegetable oil (for frying)
¼ cup sugar + 1 tsp cinnamon (for coating)
Caramel sauce or vanilla ice cream for serving (optional) 🍨🍯

👩‍🍳 Directions

1. Make the Apple Pie Filling

In a skillet, melt butter over medium heat.
Add diced apples, brown sugar, cinnamon, and salt.
Cook for 4–5 minutes, stirring until apples soften and release juices.
In a small bowl, mix cornstarch and water; pour into the pan to thicken the mixture.
Stir until glossy and syrupy, then remove from heat and cool slightly. 🍎✨

2. Assemble the Egg Rolls

Lay an egg roll wrapper in a diamond shape on your work surface.
Spoon 2 tablespoons of the apple mixture into the center.
Fold the bottom corner over the filling, then fold in the sides.
Brush the top corner with water, then roll tightly to seal.

3. Cook the Egg Rolls

🥘 To Fry:

Heat about 1 inch of oil in a pan over medium heat.
Fry egg rolls 2–3 minutes per side, until golden brown and crispy.
Drain on paper towels.

🔥 To Air Fry:

Spray egg rolls with cooking spray and air fry at 375°F (190°C) for 7–8 minutes, flipping halfway through.

🔔 To Bake:

Brush lightly with oil or melted butter and bake at 400°F (200°C) for 15–18 minutes, until golden and crisp.

4. Cinnamon Sugar Coating

While still warm, roll each egg roll in a mix of sugar and cinnamon for extra sweetness.

5. Serve & Enjoy

Serve warm with caramel drizzle, powdered sugar, or a scoop of vanilla ice cream. 🍨🍯

🍽️ Servings & Timing

Servings: 10–12 egg rolls
Prep Time: 15 minutes
Cook Time: 15 minutes
Total Time: ~30 minutes

🧊 Storage & Reheating

Refrigerator: Store in an airtight container for up to 3 days.
Freezer: Freeze before or after cooking for up to 2 months.
Reheating: Re-crisp in an oven or air fryer at 375°F for 5–7 minutes — they’ll taste freshly fried!

🥄 Variations

Caramel Apple Egg Rolls: Add caramel bits inside for extra gooeyness. 🍯
Apple Cheesecake Egg Rolls: Mix 2 oz cream cheese into the filling for a creamy surprise. 🍰
Baked Apple Pie Rolls: Skip frying for a lighter, oven-baked treat.
Pumpkin Apple Rolls: Mix pumpkin puree into the filling for a cozy fall fusion. 🎃
Mini Dessert Rolls: Cut wrappers in half for bite-sized party treats! 🎉

❓ 10 FAQs

Can I use canned apple pie filling?
Yes, just warm it slightly before filling to make wrapping easier.
Which apples are best for this recipe?
Granny Smith for tartness or Honeycrisp for natural sweetness. 🍏🍎
Can I bake instead of fry?
Absolutely — baked or air-fried still gives a delicious crisp texture.
Can I make them ahead?
Yes — assemble and refrigerate (uncooked) up to 24 hours in advance.
Can I freeze them?
Definitely! Freeze before frying and cook from frozen (add a few extra minutes).
Can I use spring roll wrappers?
You can, but they’re thinner and cook faster — keep an eye on them!
Can I use puff pastry instead?
Yes — it makes them flakier, like handheld pies.
Can I add nuts or raisins?
Of course — chopped walnuts or raisins add texture and flavor.
Can I use different fruit?
Try pears, peaches, or mixed berries for variety! 🍑🍓
What’s the best dip for these?
Caramel sauce, vanilla icing, or whipped cream. 🍯🍦

🏁 Conclusion

These Apple Pie Egg Rolls are the ultimate dessert mash-up — crispy on the outside, gooey and cinnamon-spiced on the inside. 🍎🥧✨

They’re quick to make, totally customizable, and guaranteed to impress guests or satisfy your sweet tooth. Whether fried, baked, or air-fried, every bite delivers that cozy, nostalgic taste of homemade apple pie — without all the fuss.

Perfect for fall gatherings, holiday desserts, or even a weeknight treat, these little rolls of happiness will disappear faster than you can make them! 💛

🍎🥧✨ Apple Pie Egg Rolls – Crispy, Gooey & Irresistibly Sweet!

Imagine everything you love about a classic apple pie — the gooey cinnamon filling, the warm spiced apples, the golden crust — all wrapped up in a crispy handheld treat. That’s exactly what you get with these Apple Pie Egg Rolls! 🍎🥧✨ These dessert egg rolls combine tender, caramelized apples with brown sugar and cinnamon, rolled in a crunchy shell that’s fried (or baked!) to golden perfection. Each bite gives you the perfect balance of crisp, warm, and sweet. They’re easy, portable, and incredibly fun to make — ideal for cozy fall nights, holidays, or when you’re craving apple pie but don’t want to bake a whole one. Add a scoop of vanilla ice cream or a drizzle of caramel sauce, and you’ve got dessert heaven in minutes. 🍨🍯

Print Recipe Pin Recipe

Prep Time 15

Cook Time 15

Servings: 10 Egg Rolss

Ingredients Equipment Method Notes

Ingredients

For 10–12 Egg Rolls:

2 cups apples peeled and diced (Granny Smith or Honeycrisp work best) 🍏🍎
1 Tbsp butter
¼ cup brown sugar
1 ½ tsp ground cinnamon
1 tsp cornstarch
1 Tbsp water
1 tsp lemon juice
Pinch of salt
10 –12 egg roll wrappers

For Frying & Finishing:

Vegetable oil for frying
¼ cup sugar + 1 tsp cinnamon for coating
Caramel sauce or vanilla ice cream for serving optional 🍨🍯

Equipment

Skillet or saucepan
Mixing bowl
Spoon or spatula
Small bowl (for sealing egg rolls)
Frying pan or air fryer (optional oven instructions below)
Paper towels

Method

Make the Apple Pie Filling

In a skillet, melt butter over medium heat.
Add diced apples, brown sugar, cinnamon, and salt.
Cook for 4–5 minutes, stirring until apples soften and release juices.
In a small bowl, mix cornstarch and water; pour into the pan to thicken the mixture.
Stir until glossy and syrupy, then remove from heat and cool slightly. 🍎✨

Assemble the Egg Rolls

Lay an egg roll wrapper in a diamond shape on your work surface.
Spoon 2 tablespoons of the apple mixture into the center.
Fold the bottom corner over the filling, then fold in the sides.
Brush the top corner with water, then roll tightly to seal.

Cook the Egg Rolls

🥘 To Fry:

Heat about 1 inch of oil in a pan over medium heat.
Fry egg rolls 2–3 minutes per side, until golden brown and crispy.
Drain on paper towels.

🔥 To Air Fry:

Spray egg rolls with cooking spray and air fry at 375°F (190°C) for 7–8 minutes, flipping halfway through.

🔔 To Bake:

Brush lightly with oil or melted butter and bake at 400°F (200°C) for 15–18 minutes, until golden and crisp.

Cinnamon Sugar Coating

While still warm, roll each egg roll in a mix of sugar and cinnamon for extra sweetness.

Serve & Enjoy

Serve warm with caramel drizzle, powdered sugar, or a scoop of vanilla ice cream. 🍨🍯

Notes

🧊 Storage & Reheating

Refrigerator: Store in an airtight container for up to 3 days.

Freezer: Freeze before or after cooking for up to 2 months.

Reheating: Re-crisp in an oven or air fryer at 375°F for 5–7 minutes — they’ll taste freshly fried!

🥄 Variations

Caramel Apple Egg Rolls: Add caramel bits inside for extra gooeyness. 🍯

Apple Cheesecake Egg Rolls: Mix 2 oz cream cheese into the filling for a creamy surprise. 🍰

Baked Apple Pie Rolls: Skip frying for a lighter, oven-baked treat.

Pumpkin Apple Rolls: Mix pumpkin puree into the filling for a cozy fall fusion. 🎃

Mini Dessert Rolls: Cut wrappers in half for bite-sized party treats! 🎉

❓ 10 FAQs

Can I use canned apple pie filling?
Yes, just warm it slightly before filling to make wrapping easier.

Which apples are best for this recipe?
Granny Smith for tartness or Honeycrisp for natural sweetness. 🍏🍎

Can I bake instead of fry?
Absolutely — baked or air-fried still gives a delicious crisp texture.

Can I make them ahead?
Yes — assemble and refrigerate (uncooked) up to 24 hours in advance.

Can I freeze them?
Definitely! Freeze before frying and cook from frozen (add a few extra minutes).

Can I use spring roll wrappers?
You can, but they’re thinner and cook faster — keep an eye on them!

Can I use puff pastry instead?
Yes — it makes them flakier, like handheld pies.

Can I add nuts or raisins?
Of course — chopped walnuts or raisins add texture and flavor.

Can I use different fruit?
Try pears, peaches, or mixed berries for variety! 🍑🍓

What’s the best dip for these?
Caramel sauce, vanilla icing, or whipped cream. 🍯🍦

🏁 Conclusion

These Apple Pie Egg Rolls are the ultimate dessert mash-up — crispy on the outside, gooey and cinnamon-spiced on the inside. 🍎🥧✨

Perfect for fall gatherings, holiday desserts, or even a weeknight treat, these little rolls of happiness will disappear faster than you can make them! 💛

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