Mini deep-fried crispy golden wontons are filled with fresh spiced apple pie filling and served with a side of caramel dipping sauce! A fun and delicious treat that’s perfect any time of year!
Apple season is upon us…finally! (Que the theme song to Gilmore girls! Sweater weather is right around the corner with cool autumn breezes and morning frost! I’m over the heat friends, bring on all things Autumn!)
Even if apple season wasn’t bearing down on us, you can make this delicious mini apple pie recipe anytime of the year by substituting canned apple pie filling. For that matter, you can use any type of canned pie filling. You’re not restricted to just apple, so get creative and go wild!
But, I digress…
If you’re an apple purest, like I am, and have an apple orchard…okay it’s two apple trees… that mass produce, you can whip up a stove-top version of fresh apple pie filling for these scrumptious cinnamon-sugar laced fried Wonton apple bites. Either way, fresh pie filling, or canned, you are going to love these heavenly little bites of apple pie!
Ingredients Needed
- 24 Wonton wrappers – (14 ounce package)
- ¼ cup butter
- 1½ cups apples, peeled and diced
- 1 teaspoon cinnamon
- ¼ teaspoon nutmeg
- ½ cup brown sugar, packed
- Pinch of salt
- ¼ cup sugar and 1 teaspoon cinnamon for cinnamon sugar
- Water for Wontons’
How To Make Apple Pie Bites
In a large skillet over medium high heat, melt the butter. Add the diced apples and sauté for 2–3 minutes until fork tender. Slightly crispy, but tender enough, a fork will easily poke into them.
You are lightly “frying” the apples, and they are soaking up all that buttery goodness!
Add brown sugar, nutmeg, and cinnamon. Continue to cook, stirring constantly, until the mixture begins to bubble and slightly thickens. The brown sugar and butter create a wonderful rich caramel sauce for the apple pie filling.
Pro-tip: This filling is GREAT, served warm over vanilla bean ice cream…if you’re looking for an alternative dessert idea!
Remove from heat and let cool slightly. The mixture will continue to thicken as it cools.
Filling Wonton Wrappers
I recommend having a small bowl of water on hand to “seal” the Wonton wrappers after they have been filled with the cooled apple pie filling.
Place wrappers on a flat work surface. Using a pastry brush, or the tip of your finger, outline each Wonton wrapper inner edge with a thin line of water. This helps the wrapper stick together.
Place ½ to 1 heaping tablespoon of apple pie filling in the center of each wrapper. If using canned apple pie filling, I recommend using a knife to cut the apples into smaller pieces, or placing your filling in a food processor for a quick spin! The apple pieces need to be bite size for this dessert.
TIP: You may have to adjust the amount of filling depending on if you are using fresh or canned, how big the apples are, etc.
Seal the wontons by bringing the corners across from each other together and pinching the top. Bring the other side corners together and pinch them together with the existing corners.
Using your fingers, press down each “seam”, starting from the top down to the bottom. Don’t worry if some of the filling seeps out. This can be a little messy. We like messy desserts! It just means they are superb!
Be sure all four sides have been sealed before frying.
Once all the seams have been “sealed”, by pressing them together, set aside on a baking sheet until you have all the apple pie bites ready to fry.
Frying Apple Pie Wontons
In a large, heavy, stock pot, or deep heavy sauce pan, place about 1-inch of vegetable oil. Heat to 375° over medium-high heat. There should be ripples in the oil on the bottom of the pan.
Carefully place a few apple pie Wonton into the hot oil. Fry until golden brown on all sides.
Using a slotted spoon, or long handled spider strainer, remove the cooked wontons and place them on a paper towel-lined plate. Cool slightly before rolling them in cinnamon sugar.
Finishing and Serving Apple Pie Wontons
In a small bowl, combine ¼ cup sugar and 1 teaspoon of cinnamon. Mix until well combined. Roll warm apple pie bites in cinnamon sugar.
Place coated apple pie bites on a serving plate. Look at those beautiful little bundles of happiness all lined-up and ready to eat! But wait!!!
There’s a way to make this fun little dessert even better. (I know, mind-blowing!)
You’re saying “How can I make this even better?”. Well, let me tell you… you serve them with a cup of your favorite store-bought caramel sauce. I recommend a salted caramel sauce!
Now we can welcome our mouths to Autumn properly! One bite at a time…and then maybe again…and one more time, just to be sure our taste buds got the memo! Lol Yummy goodness friends!
I love apple season and finding new ways to use them this time of year! This is a fun game night or after-school snack! Perfect for a girls’ night and a Gilmore Girls marathon treat! I wouldn’t judge you harshly if you snuck the whole batch into your closet and locked the door! You deserve them!
Other Favorite Apple Recipes
- Easy Fried Apple Cider Donuts
- Easy Caramel Apple Crisp Recipe
- Cranberry Apple Pie Recipe
- Country Apple Dumplings with warm cinnamon sauce
- Old Fashioned Hot Apple Cider
- Southern Fried Skillet Apples from Julia’s Simply Southern
Thank you friends for stopping by today! I hope you enjoy this fun apple treat. The free printable recipe is below. Enjoy!
Happy Nesting!
Wonton Apple Pie Bites Recipe
Mini deep-fried crispy golden wontons are filled with fresh spiced apple pie filling and served with a side of caramel dipping sauce! A fun and delicious treat that's perfect any time of year!
Ingredients
- 24 Wonton wrappers
- ¼ cup butter
- 1½ cups apples, peeled and diced
- 1 teaspoon cinnamon
- ¼ teaspoon nutmeg
- ½ cup brown sugar, packed
- Pinch of salt
- ¼ cup sugar
- 1 teaspoon cinnamon
- ½ cup Water
Instructions
- In a large skillet, over medium-high heat, melt the butter. Add the prepared diced apples. Sauté until fork tender. About 3–4 minutes. Add brown sugar, cinnamon, nutmeg and salt. Continue stirring over medium-high heat until it is bubbly and the brown sugar sauce thickens slightly. Remove from heat and cool slightly.
- Place Wonton skins on a flat work surface. Dip your finger or pastry brush in water, outline the inside edge of each skin. Place ½-1 tablespoon of apple mixture in the center of each Wonton wrapper. Bring opposite corners together and pinch at the top. Using your fingers, pinch down the seam of each Wonton wrapper on all four sides until they stick together. Place each Wonton on a baking sheet. Continue until all wontons are made.
- In a small bowl, combine ¼ cup of sugar and 1 teaspoon of cinnamon together. Stir to combine. Set aside.
- In a heavy bottom sauce pan, place one inch of vegetable oil. Heat to 375°(F) degrees. Carefully place 2–3 wontons in the hot oil and fry until golden brown, about 2–3 minutes. Using a slotted spoon, remove each fried apple Wonton and place on a paper towel-lined plate. Cool slightly and roll in cinnamon sugar.
- Place on a serving tray or store in an airtight container for up to 3 days. Serve with caramel sauce for dipping.
Notes
Note you can substitute fresh apple filling with canned apple pie filling. Process apple filling in food processor until apples are bite size.
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Nutrition Information:
Yield:
8Serving Size:
3Amount Per Serving: Calories: 202Total Fat: 6gSaturated Fat: 4gTrans Fat: 0gUnsaturated Fat: 2gCholesterol: 17mgSodium: 204mgCarbohydrates: 35gFiber: 1gSugar: 20gProtein: 3g
Meet The Author
Hi! I'm Norine, the cook, baker, and recipe creator behind Norine's Nest. I love sharing and creating recipes that invite family, friends, and neighbors to gather around the dinner table. Sharing good food and creating memories with those we love brings me happiness. Thanks for stopping by my Nest!