Wonton Wrapper Week: Fried Apple Dumplings

C – I love making apple dumplings with wonton wrappers.

Usually I make a healthier version. But, Jim wanted to go all out this time. I didn’t mind. Sometimes you have to go all out. Of course, in moderation. I can see why Jim wanted the fried version. The baked version might not have been as good with the coconut vanilla ice cream I make and keep on hand for him.

One thing I really like about using wonton wrappers is that I don’t have to fuss with the dough.

You may recognize the apple filling. It’s Jessica’s apple pie filling.

Of course, these wonton wrappers will never be the same as her pie crust. But, I just can’t wait an hour for the dough and then bake for another hour.

Sometimes a quick and easy dessert is all you need. I rather save the good stuff for special occasions anyway.

I love the filling, of course. It’s Jessica’s, so it’s really good. Since it is fried, be careful to let the filling cool down before taking a bite. It will hurt if you don’t.

Just like a regular pie, make sure to wait a few minutes to let everything settle before enjoying. Since the filling isn’t super sweet, I added powdered sugar over top. It’s perfect.

Wonton Wrapper Week: Fried Apple Dumplings

Recipe type: Desserts

Author: Christina

Prep time: 30 mins

Cook time: 3 mins

Total time: 33 mins

Serves: 2

Ingredients

• 1 apple, peeled, seeded and chopped
• 1 Tbsp butter
• 1 tsp cornstarch
• 1 Tbsp cold water
• ¼ cup sugar, more if needed
• ½ tsp cinnamon
• ¼ tsp nutmeg
• 1 tsp lemon juice
• Pinch of salt
• 10 thin, circular, wonton wrappers
• Canola oil for frying
• Sugar and a dash of cinnamon mixed together for topping (optional)

Instructions

1. Place butter into a saute pan on medium-high heat and let melt.
2. Add apples and cook until soft.
3. Mix water and cornstarch in a small bowl.
4. Add cornstarch, sugar, cinnamon, nutmeg, lemon juice and salt into pan. Mix well.
5. Remove from heat and place mixture in a bowl. Let cool well.
6. Place about a teaspoon of apple mix onto a wonton wrapper.
7. Fold circle in half and crimp the wontons closed.
8. Place oil in a pan and heat to 320 degrees.
9. Carefully add dumplings to pan. Cook until golden brown.
10. Remove from pan with a slotted spoon. Drain on a paper towel.
11. Dip in sugar/cinnamon mixture once oil has drained (optional).
12. Let cool for 10 minutes before serving.
13. Top with powdered sugar.
14. Serve.
15. Enjoy!

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Quick and easy dessert with a great filling.

You really can’t beat that.