Popeyes Apple Pie Recipe
Popeyes apple pie is a popular treat originating from the fast-food chain Popeyes. This delicious dessert consists of a flaky puff pastry filled with sweet, spiced apples and then fried until golden and crispy.
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Servings: 6 apple pies
Calories: 345kcal
Equipment
- 1 parchment-lined baking sheet
- 1 bowl
- 1 brush
- 1 frying pan
- 1 Fork
Ingredients
For the Puff Pastry:
- 1/2 sheet of luscious flaky puff pastry, whether store-bought or homemade, ensuring a delightful and buttery texture.
For Frying:
- High-quality vegetable oil for frying maintaining the ideal temperature for a golden and crispy result.
Filling for the Apple Pies:
- 2 medium ripe apples, carefully selected for their natural sweetness and crisp texture.
- 1/2 teaspoon of fragrant pumpkin spice meticulously measured for a warm and aromatic flavor profile.
- 1/4 cup of raw cane sugar or your preferred type enhancing the sweetness and depth of the apple pie's filling.
- 1/2 teaspoon of top-quality cornstarch ensuring a perfectly thickened and luscious apple pie filling.
- 1 tablespoon of rich and creamy butter or margarine adding a luscious, buttery note to the apple filling.
Topping for Apple Pies:
- 1/2 cup of irresistible Cinnamon Sugar combining the warm, comforting flavors of cinnamon and sugar, making it a sweet and aromatic topping for the apple pies.
Instructions
- Preheat the oven to 375°F (190°C).
- Begin by peeling and dicing the apples, then place them in a bowl with the butter, sugar, pumpkin spice mixture, and cornstarch. Combine everything together until it forms an even blend. Set aside.
- On a floured surface, roll out each puff pastry sheet into a thin rectangle of 9x12 inches (22x30 cm). Halve each sheet so you have eight pieces in total.
- Place four of the pieces on a parchment-lined baking tray and spread 1/4 cup of the apple mix onto it, then top with another piece to form sandwiches.
- Cut or prick the top of each pastry with a knife or fork. Apply egg wash for an attractive golden glaze when baked.
- Place them in the oven and leave to bake for 15-20 minutes until they are beautifully crisp and golden brown.
- Meanwhile, heat oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat. Once it is hot enough, carefully lower 2 or 3 pies into the oil and fry each side for 1 minute until golden brown.
- Lift them out of the pan and place on a paper towel-lined plate to absorb any additional oil. Sprinkle a heavenly cinnamon sugar mixture over the lightly fried pies while they are still hot. Enjoy!
Notes
• You can use store-bought puff pastry dough or make your own from scratch if you prefer!
• You can use any type of apples, but sweet apples such as Honeycrisp or pink lady work the best in this recipe.
• For an extra crunchy topping, add some chopped nuts to the cinnamon sugar mixture!