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Copycat McDonald's Apple Pies

Copycat McDonald's Apple Pies

Cost $5, save $8

Source: Recommended by CookPal

  • 35 Min
  • 8 Servings
  • $5

INGREDIENTS

  • Filling

    • 🍎 2 cups apples
    • 🍋 1 1/2 teaspoons fresh lemon juice
    • 2 tablespoons light brown sugar
    • 3 tablespoons granulated sugar
    • 1 teaspoon ground cinnamon
    • 1 tablespoon unsalted butter
    • 1 1/2 teaspoons cornstarch
    • 1/2 teaspoon vanilla extract
  • Crust

    • 2 refrigerated pie crusts
    • 🥚 1 egg, whisked
  • Topping

    • 1 tablespoon granulated sugar
    • 1/2 teaspoon ground cinnamon

STEPS

1

Stir together apples and lemon juice. Sprinkle with brown sugar, 2 tablespoons of granulated sugar, and 1/2 teaspoon ground cinnamon. Let stand for 5 minutes for juices to release.

2

Heat butter in a saucepan over medium heat until bubbling. Add apple mixture and cook until apples are softened and juices are reduced, about 6-9 minutes. Stir in cornstarch and vanilla until thickened, about 1 minute. Cool for 15-30 minutes.

3

Roll out pie crusts and cut each into eight 4x2-inch rectangles. Place 8 dough rectangles on a surface and brush edges lightly with whisked egg.

4

Spoon 1 1/2 tablespoons filling onto each base crust, leaving a 1/4-inch border. Cover with remaining dough rectangles, stretching to align edges as needed. Crimp edges with a fork.

5

Preheat air fryer to 350°F for 5 minutes. Make 3 diagonal cuts on each pie for venting. Mix remaining sugar and cinnamon, and sprinkle on top.

6

Lightly coat air fryer basket with cooking spray. Bake 4 pies at a time for 14-17 minutes until golden brown. Repeat with the remaining pies.

7

Serve warm. Enjoy your homemade Copycat McDonald's Apple Pies!

NUTRIENTS

Per 1 serving

🔥

265

Calories

  • 3
    Protein
  • 34
    Carbs
  • 13
    Fats

💡 Use firm apples like Granny Smith for a balance of tartness and sweetness.Do not overfill the pie crusts to prevent leakage.For an extra crispy crust, lightly spray the tops of the pies with cooking spray before baking.