Delicious Apple Pie Egg Rolls (Print version)

Crispy egg roll wrappers filled with warm cinnamon apples, fried until golden, then rolled in cinnamon sugar.

# Ingredients:

For the apple filling

01 - 3 medium firm apples, peeled, cored, and diced small, about 1 1/4 lb (565 g)
02 - 3 tablespoons (42 g) unsalted butter
03 - 1/3 cup (70 g) packed light brown sugar
04 - 1 tablespoon lemon juice
05 - 1 1/2 teaspoons ground cinnamon
06 - 1/8 teaspoon ground nutmeg
07 - 1/4 teaspoon fine salt
08 - 1 tablespoon cornstarch mixed with 2 tablespoons cold water

For rolling and frying

09 - 12 egg roll wrappers
10 - Small bowl of water, for sealing
11 - 3 cups (720 ml) neutral frying oil, or enough for 1 inch in the pan

For coating and serving

12 - 1/3 cup (65 g) granulated sugar
13 - 1 teaspoon ground cinnamon
14 - Caramel sauce, optional for serving

# Instructions:

01 - Melt the butter in a skillet over medium heat. Add the apples, brown sugar, lemon juice, cinnamon, nutmeg, and salt. Cook for 5-7 minutes, stirring often, until the apples are tender but still hold their shape.
02 - Stir in the cornstarch slurry and cook for 1 minute, until the juices turn glossy and thick. Scrape the filling onto a plate and cool for about 10 minutes.
03 - Stir the granulated sugar and cinnamon together in a shallow bowl. Set it near the stove so the hot rolls can be coated right after frying.
04 - Place one egg roll wrapper on the counter like a diamond. Spoon about 2 tablespoons of cooled apple filling across the center. Fold the bottom corner over the filling, fold in the sides, roll tightly, and seal the edge with water.
05 - Pour the oil into a deep skillet to about 1 inch deep and heat to 350°F. Line a plate with paper towels or set a rack over a sheet pan.
06 - Fry 3-4 rolls at a time, seam-side down first, for 2-3 minutes total. Turn as needed until all sides are golden and crisp. Adjust the heat to keep the oil close to 350°F.
07 - Drain briefly, then roll the hot egg rolls in cinnamon sugar. Serve warm with caramel sauce if desired.

# Good to know:

01 - Best served warm soon after frying.
02 - Cool the filling before rolling to reduce leaks.
03 - Air fryer option: cook oiled rolls at 375°F for 8-10 minutes, turning once.

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