Apple Pie Egg Rolls with Cinnamon Sugar Coating and Caramel Dipping Recipe
Delightful and crispy Apple Pie Egg Rolls combine the classic flavors of apple pie with a fun and easy-to-make egg roll wrapper. Filled with a mixture of diced Granny Smith apples, cinnamon, cream cheese, and brown sugar, these baked egg rolls are perfectly topped with a cinnamon-sugar blend and served with warm caramel dipping sauce for a sweet treat that’s perfect for parties or dessert.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 17 minutes
- Total Time: 32 minutes
- Yield: 22-24 egg rolls 1x
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Ingredients
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Apple Filling
- 5 medium Granny Smith apples, peeled, cored, and finely diced (about 3½ cups)
- ¼ cup (50 g) light brown sugar, packed
- 1 teaspoon ground cinnamon
- ½ teaspoon cornstarch
Egg Rolls
- 22–24 egg roll wrappers
- 8 ounces cream cheese, room temperature (about 2 teaspoons per egg roll)
- Cooking oil or cooking spray
Topping and Dipping
- 2 tablespoons granulated sugar
- 1 teaspoon ground cinnamon
- ½ cup caramel topping, warmed, for dipping
Instructions
- Preheat oven: Preheat the oven to 425°F (220°C). Line a baking sheet with parchment paper and set aside.
- Prepare apple mixture: In a medium bowl, combine the finely diced apples, light brown sugar, ground cinnamon, and cornstarch. Mix well until evenly incorporated and set the mixture aside. This results in about 3½ cups of apple filling.
- Prepare egg roll wrappers: Lay out the egg roll wrappers on a clean work surface, working one at a time for easier handling.
- Add cream cheese and apple mixture: Spread approximately 2 teaspoons of softened cream cheese in the center of each egg roll wrapper. Then, top the cream cheese with about 2 tablespoons of the prepared apple mixture.
- Wet edges: Use water to lightly wet the edges of each egg roll wrapper. This will help seal the egg rolls when rolling.
- Roll egg rolls: Fold the bottom corner of the wrapper over the filling, then roll once to enclose it. Next, fold in the right and left corners toward the center, pressing gently to seal. Continue rolling the wrapper tightly to completely enclose the filling and press the edges to seal securely.
- Prepare for baking: Place the rolled egg rolls seam-side down on the lined baking sheet. Lightly spray or brush them with cooking oil to help achieve a golden and crispy texture.
- Bake egg rolls: Bake in the preheated oven for 15-17 minutes, flipping the egg rolls halfway through to ensure even browning on all sides. Bake until golden brown and crispy.
- Prepare cinnamon sugar topping: While the egg rolls bake, combine the granulated sugar and ground cinnamon in a shallow dish.
- Coat egg rolls: Once baked, immediately roll the hot egg rolls in the cinnamon sugar mixture until fully coated for added sweetness and crunch.
- Serve: Serve the apple pie egg rolls warm with a side of warmed caramel sauce for dipping or drizzling. Enjoy this delicious twist on classic apple pie in a fun, hand-held form.
Notes
- Using Granny Smith apples gives a tart flavor that balances the sweetness of the sugar and caramel.
- Make sure the cream cheese is softened to spread easily without tearing the wrappers.
- You can substitute store-bought caramel sauce or prepare your own for dipping.
- To keep egg rolls from getting soggy, serve them immediately after baking and coating with cinnamon sugar.
- Leftovers can be stored in the refrigerator and reheated in an oven or air fryer to retain crispiness.
Keywords: apple pie egg rolls, baked apple dessert, cinnamon sugar apple rolls, caramel dipping sauce, easy apple dessert
