Baked Apple Pie Rice Paper Rolls
Baked Apple Pie Rice Paper Rolls are a delightful dessert that melds warm, cinnamon-spiced apples with the crispiness of baked rice paper. These light, crunchy rolls offer a fun twist on classic apple pie flavors, perfect for any occasion. Easy to prepare with simple ingredients, they provide a healthier alternative by baking rather than frying and can be customized to suit your taste.
- Author: Lina
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Total Time: 35 minutes
- Yield: 8-10 rolls 1x
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
- Diet: Gluten Free
Filling Ingredients
- 3 Granny Smith apples, peeled, cored, and diced
- 2 tablespoons butter
- 1/4 cup brown sugar
- 1 teaspoon cinnamon
- 1 tablespoon lemon juice
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- Pinch of nutmeg (optional)
Assembly Ingredients
- 8–10 rice paper sheets
- Melted butter or oil for brushing
- Prepare the Apple Filling: Peel, core, and dice the apples into small pieces. Melt butter in a pan over medium heat, add apples, brown sugar, cinnamon, lemon juice, vanilla extract, and nutmeg if using. Cook until apples soften and sugar caramelizes slightly, about 7-10 minutes. Remove from heat and let cool.
- Soften the Rice Paper Sheets: Submerge one rice paper sheet at a time in a shallow dish filled with warm water for 10 to 15 seconds until soft and pliable but not soggy. Lay flat on a clean surface or damp towel.
- Fill and Roll: Place a generous spoonful of cooled apple filling near the bottom edge of the rice paper. Fold in the sides and roll tightly, sealing the filling inside. Repeat for all sheets.
- Bake to Crispy Perfection: Preheat oven to 375°F (190°C). Place rolls seam-side down on a parchment-lined baking sheet. Lightly brush or spray rolls with melted butter or oil. Bake for 15-20 minutes until golden and crisp.
- Cool and Serve: Remove from oven and let rolls cool for a few minutes so filling sets slightly. Serve warm for best flavor and texture.
Notes
- Use tart apples like Granny Smith for a firm texture that holds up well during cooking.
- Do not over-soak rice paper to avoid sogginess; keep soaking time short and handle gently.
- Seal the rolls tightly to prevent filling leaks while baking.
- Brush rice paper with melted butter or oil before baking for enhanced flavor and crunch.
- Allow rolls to cool briefly before serving to keep crispness and avoid hot filling burns.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 roll
- Calories: 120
- Sugar: 12g
- Sodium: 30mg
- Fat: 4g
- Saturated Fat: 2.5g
- Unsaturated Fat: 1g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 22g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 1g
- Cholesterol: 10mg
Keywords: apple pie dessert, baked apple rolls, rice paper rolls, gluten-free dessert, cinnamon apple rolls