Apple Pie Egg Rolls
- 3 medium apples, peeled and diced (Granny Smith, Honeycrisp, or Fuji)
- 2 tbsp unsalted butter
- ¼ cup brown sugar
- ¼ cup granulated sugar
- 1 tsp cinnamon
- ¼ tsp nutmeg
- 1 tbsp all-purpose flour (to thicken)
- 1 tsp lemon juice
- ½ tsp vanilla extract
- 10–12 egg roll wrappers
- 1 egg, beaten (for sealing)
- Vegetable oil, for frying
- Powdered sugar, for dusting
- Caramel sauce, for dipping (optional)
- Vanilla ice cream or whipped cream, for serving (optional)
- In a medium skillet, melt butter over medium heat.
- Add diced apples, brown sugar, granulated sugar, cinnamon, nutmeg, and lemon juice. Stir to coat.
- Cook for 6–8 minutes, stirring occasionally, until apples are tender but not mushy.
- Sprinkle in flour and stir to thicken the filling. Cook another 1–2 minutes.
- Remove from heat, stir in vanilla extract, and let cool slightly before assembling.
- Lay an egg roll wrapper on a clean surface, like a diamond.
- Spoon 2 tablespoons of the apple filling into the center.
- Fold up the bottom corner, then fold in both sides, tucking tightly.
- Brush the top corner with beaten egg and roll tightly to seal.
- Repeat with remaining wrappers and filling.
- Heat 2 inches of vegetable oil in a pot or skillet to 350°F (175°C).
- Fry egg rolls 2–3 at a time, for 2–3 minutes per side, until golden and crispy.
- Transfer to paper towels to drain excess oil.