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15-Min Crispy Apple Hand Pies

Buttery wonton wrappers stuffed with cinnamon apples, fried until golden, and drizzled with caramel. A crispy-outside, tender-inside snack that tastes like a fair dessert but takes minutes.

Total time
15 min
Servings
4
Calories
185
Protein
2g
15-Min Crispy Apple Hand Pies
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Ingredients

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Instructions

  1. Step 1

    Toss diced apple with brown sugar and cinnamon until coated.

  2. Step 2

    Place 1 tsp apple mixture in the center of each wonton wrapper.

  3. Step 3

    Wet the edges with water, fold into a triangle, then fold the two corners together to seal.

  4. Step 4

    Heat 2 inches of oil in a skillet to 350°F or until a piece of wrapper sizzles immediately.

  5. Step 5

    Fry hand pies in batches 90 seconds per side until golden brown and crispy.

  6. Step 6

    Drain on paper towels. Drizzle with warm caramel sauce and serve hot.

Tools you’ll need

  • cutting board
  • knife
  • small bowl
  • 12-inch skillet
  • kitchen thermometer or wooden spoon for oil test
  • slotted spoon
  • paper towels

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