Description
These Apple Pie Egg Rolls are a delightful twist on the classic dessert, combining the warm flavors of cinnamon-spiced apples and cream cheese wrapped in a crispy egg roll wrapper. Baked to golden perfection and coated with cinnamon sugar, they are perfect for a crowd-pleasing treat served with a sweet caramel dip.
Ingredients
Scale
Filling
- 5 medium Granny Smith apples, peeled, cored, and finely diced (about 3 ½ cups)
- ¼ cup packed light brown sugar
- 1 teaspoon ground cinnamon
- ½ teaspoon cornstarch
Assembly
- 22-24 egg roll wrappers
- 8 ounces cream cheese, softened (about 2 teaspoons per egg roll)
- Cooking oil or cooking spray (for brushing)
Topping
- 2 tablespoons granulated sugar
- 1 teaspoon ground cinnamon
Dipping Sauce
- ½ cup caramel topping, warmed
Instructions
- Preheat and Prep: Preheat your oven to 425°F (220°C). Line a baking sheet with parchment paper to prevent sticking and facilitate easy cleanup.
- Prepare Filling: In a medium bowl, mix the finely diced apples, light brown sugar, ground cinnamon, and cornstarch together until well combined. Set aside to allow the flavors to meld.
- Assemble Egg Rolls: Lay out the egg roll wrappers on a clean flat surface. Spread approximately 2 teaspoons of softened cream cheese in the center of each wrapper, then top with about 2 tablespoons of the apple mixture.
- Roll Egg Rolls: Lightly moisten the edges of the wrapper with water to help seal. Fold the bottom corner over the filling, then fold in both the left and right corners toward the center, pressing to seal them tightly. Continue rolling upward to encase the filling completely, sealing edges as you go with water.
- Bake: Place the assembled egg rolls on the prepared baking sheet. Lightly brush or spray their surfaces with cooking oil to promote crispness. Bake in the preheated oven for 15-17 minutes, flipping them halfway through baking to ensure even golden brown color and crisp texture.
- Make Topping: While baking, combine granulated sugar and cinnamon in a shallow dish. This will be used to coat the warm egg rolls after baking.
- Coat and Serve: Once the egg rolls are golden and crispy, immediately roll them in the cinnamon-sugar mixture until evenly coated. Serve warm with the warmed caramel topping as a delicious dipping sauce.
Notes
- Be sure to moisten the edges of the egg roll wrappers with water to ensure a proper seal that prevents filling leakage.
- Use Granny Smith apples for their tart flavor and firm texture that holds up well during baking.
- For extra crispiness, you can lightly spray both sides of the egg rolls with cooking spray before baking.
- Make the caramel topping slightly warm before serving for easier dipping.
- These egg rolls are best served fresh but can be stored in an airtight container and reheated in the oven to preserve crispiness.
