These air fryer apple pie egg rolls are everything you love about warm apple pie, wrapped in a shatteringly crispy shell. Soft cinnamon apples are cooked into a gooey, glossy filling, rolled into egg roll wrappers, air fried until golden and tossed in cinnamon sugar. Dip them in warm caramel sauce and you have the coziest fall dessert, ready in under an hour and with no deep frying.

This recipe is one of the sweet treats from the Airfryworld Facebook page. Here you will find exact amounts, a quick homemade caramel dip and tips for egg rolls that stay crispy.

Air Fryer Apple Pie Egg Rolls

Recipe by JuliaCourse: Dessert, SnackCuisine: AmericanDifficulty: Easy

Servings

5

servings

Prep time

20

minutes

Cooking time

15

minutes

Calories

445

kcal

Protein

4

g

Carbohydrates

68

g

Fat

19

g

Fiber

3

g

Total time

50

minutes

Crispy air fryer apple pie egg rolls filled with warm, gooey cinnamon apples, rolled in cinnamon sugar and served with a quick homemade caramel dip. A fun, easy fall dessert with all the flavor of apple pie.

Ingredients

• For the apple filling

• 2 large apples, peeled and diced

• 2 tablespoons brown sugar

• 1 teaspoon ground cinnamon

• 1 tablespoon butter

• 1 teaspoon cornstarch mixed with 1 tablespoon water

• 1 pinch salt

• For the egg rolls

• 10 egg roll wrappers

• 1 tablespoon melted butter, for brushing

• 2 tablespoons sugar mixed with 1/2 teaspoon cinnamon

• For the caramel dip (or use store-bought caramel sauce)

• 1/2 cup brown sugar

• 1/4 cup butter

• 1/4 cup heavy cream

• 1/2 teaspoon vanilla extract

• 1 pinch salt

Directions

• Cook the apple filling
  Melt the butter in a skillet over medium heat. Add the apples, brown sugar, cinnamon and salt and cook for 5 to 6 minutes, until the apples are just tender. Stir in the cornstarch mixture and cook for 1 more minute until the juices are thick and glossy. Let the filling cool for 15 minutes.
• Fill and roll
  Place a wrapper on the counter like a diamond. Add about 2 tablespoons of filling to the lower third, fold the bottom corner over it, fold in the sides and roll up tightly. Seal the top corner with a little water.
• Brush with butter
  Brush the egg rolls all over with melted butter and place them seam side down in the air fryer basket in a single layer.
• Air fry
  Air fry at 380°F (190°C) for 7 to 8 minutes, turning them halfway, until golden and crispy.
• Coat in cinnamon sugar
  Roll the hot egg rolls in the cinnamon sugar right after cooking so it sticks.
• Make the caramel dip
  Melt the brown sugar and butter in a small saucepan and simmer for 2 minutes. Stir in the cream and simmer for 2 to 3 minutes more until slightly thickened. Remove from the heat and stir in the vanilla and salt. Or simply warm store-bought caramel sauce.
• Serve
  Serve the apple pie egg rolls warm with the caramel dip.

Notes

• Firm apples like Honeycrisp, Granny Smith or Pink Lady hold their shape best.
• Let the filling cool completely before rolling, so the wrappers do not tear.
• Cut the apples into small, even cubes so the egg rolls stay neat and easy to roll.
• Uncooked egg rolls can be frozen. Air fry from frozen and add 3 minutes.

Julia’s Tip: Roll the egg rolls in cinnamon sugar while they are still hot from the air fryer. The butter on the outside is still warm, so the sugar sticks perfectly and forms a crunchy, sparkling coating.

The Best Apples for Apple Pie Egg Rolls

• Honeycrisp: sweet, juicy and holds its shape well.
• Granny Smith: tart and firm, perfect if you like a classic apple pie flavor.
• Pink Lady or Braeburn: a nice balance of sweet and tart.
• Avoid soft apples like Red Delicious or McIntosh, as they turn mushy when cooked.

Mixing a sweet and a tart apple gives the filling the most depth, just like in a homemade apple pie.

Why the Filling Is Cooked First

Raw apples release a lot of juice when they heat up. Inside an egg roll, that juice turns the wrapper soggy or even bursts it open in the air fryer. Cooking the apples briefly in a pan softens them and evaporates some of the liquid, and a little cornstarch turns the remaining juices into a thick, glossy, pie-like filling that stays inside the wrapper. Just make sure the filling has cooled down before you start rolling.

Quick Homemade Caramel Dip

Store-bought caramel sauce works perfectly, but homemade caramel takes only 5 minutes and tastes richer. Brown sugar and butter melt together, a splash of cream makes it silky, and vanilla and a pinch of salt round out the flavor. A pinch of flaky sea salt on top turns it into a salted caramel dip. Leftover caramel keeps in a jar in the fridge for up to a week and is delicious over ice cream or pancakes.

Apple Pie Egg Rolls vs. Apple Cheesecake Roll-Ups

If you love apple desserts, you might also know our Crispy Air Fryer Cinnamon Apple Cheesecake Roll-Ups. Both are crispy apple treats from the air fryer, but they are quite different. The roll-ups use soft flour tortillas and a creamy cheesecake filling, while these apple pie egg rolls are made with thin egg roll wrappers that turn bubbly and crunchy, filled only with spiced apples like a classic pie. Try both and decide which one is your favorite.

Make Ahead and Freezing

Apple pie egg rolls are great for parties and holiday gatherings. Make the filling up to 2 days ahead and keep it in the fridge. You can also roll the egg rolls a few hours ahead and keep them covered in the fridge. To freeze, place uncooked egg rolls on a tray, freeze until firm and store them in a freezer bag for up to 3 months. Brush with butter and air fry from frozen for 10 to 11 minutes, then roll in cinnamon sugar.

Variations

• Cheesecake style: add a teaspoon of sweetened cream cheese to each egg roll.
• Pear: swap the apples for firm pears and add a pinch of ginger.
• Crunchy: stir chopped pecans or walnuts into the filling.
• À la mode: serve them warm with a scoop of vanilla ice cream.

Frequently Asked Questions

Do I need oil for air fryer apple pie egg rolls?

A light brush of melted butter is enough. It makes the wrappers golden and helps the cinnamon sugar stick. Without it, the egg rolls look pale and dry.

Can I use tortillas instead of egg roll wrappers?

Yes, small flour tortillas work too, but the result is softer and less bubbly. Egg roll wrappers give the crispiest shell.

How do I reheat leftovers?

Reheat them in the air fryer at 350°F (180°C) for 3 to 4 minutes until crispy again. Avoid the microwave, as it makes the wrappers soft.

How many egg rolls does this recipe make?

This recipe makes about 10 egg rolls, enough for 5 people as a dessert.

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