Get ready to transform your dessert game with these mouthwatering Fried Apple Pie Wontons - a magical fusion of classic American apple pie and crispy Asian-inspired wrappers that will have everyone begging for seconds! Imagine biting into a golden, crispy exterior that gives way to warm, cinnamon-spiced apples, all dusted with a cloud of powdered sugar. These little pockets of pure joy are not just a dessert; they're an experience that bridges culinary traditions and creates unforgettable moments of deliciousness.
Prep Time: 20 mins
Cook Time: 10 mins
Total Time: 30 mins
Cuisine: American
Serves: 12 servings
Ingredients
- 2 cups diced apples
- 1/2 cup sugar
- 1 teaspoon cinnamon
- 1 package wonton wrappers
- Oil for frying
- Powdered sugar for dusting
Instructions
- Prepare the apple filling by combining diced apples, sugar, and cinnamon in a medium saucepan. Cook over medium heat for 5-7 minutes until apples are softened and mixture becomes slightly syrupy.
- Remove apple filling from heat and let it cool completely to room temperature. This prevents the wonton wrappers from becoming soggy.
- Lay out wonton wrappers on a clean, dry surface. Keep a small bowl of water nearby to help seal the edges.
- Place approximately 1 tablespoon of cooled apple filling in the center of each wonton wrapper.
- Moisten the edges of the wonton wrapper with water using your fingertip. Fold the wrapper diagonally to create a triangle, pressing edges firmly to seal completely.
- Heat oil in a deep fryer or large heavy-bottomed pot to 375°F (190°C). Use a thermometer to ensure precise temperature.
- Carefully place wontons into hot oil, frying 3-4 at a time to avoid overcrowding. Fry for 2-3 minutes, turning once, until golden brown and crispy.
- Remove wontons with a slotted spoon and drain on paper towels to remove excess oil.
- Once slightly cooled, dust wontons generously with powdered sugar using a fine mesh sieve.
- Serve warm and enjoy immediately for the best crispy texture.
Tips
- Temperature is key! Use a cooking thermometer to maintain oil at exactly 375°F for perfect, non-greasy wontons.
- Don't overfill your wontons - too much filling can cause them to burst during frying.
- Let the apple filling cool completely to prevent soggy wrappers and ensure a crisp texture.
- Work with a few wontons at a time when frying to maintain consistent oil temperature.
- Use fresh, firm apples for the best filling texture and flavor.
- If you don't have a deep fryer, a heavy-bottomed pot works just as well.
- Serve immediately after dusting with powdered sugar for maximum crispiness.
- For a flavor twist, try adding a pinch of nutmeg or a splash of vanilla to your apple filling.
- Keep extra wonton wrappers on hand in case of tears or mistakes.
- Have a cooling rack or paper towels ready to drain excess oil immediately after frying.
Nutrition Facts
Calories: 220kcal
Carbohydrates: 34g
Protein: 2g
Fat: 10g
Saturated Fat: g
Cholesterol: 0mg
