McDonald’s Apple Pie

This crispy and sweet apple pie is just like the classic McDonald’s version! Made with fresh apples and puff pastry, then fried until golden brown, it has the perfect crunchy bite. A simple and delicious treat you can make at home!

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Ingredients Needed:

• 1 Granny Smith apple
• 1 red apple
• 3 tablespoons butter
• 3 tablespoons brown sugar
• 1/2 teaspoon ground cinnamon
• 1/4 teaspoon nutmeg
• 1/4 teaspoon allspice
• 1/4 teaspoon vanilla extract
• 1 teaspoon lemon juice
• 1/4 teaspoon salt
• 2 sheets of puff pastry 

How To Make Apple Pie?

1. Cook the apples: In a pot over medium heat, melt butter and add diced apples, brown sugar, cinnamon, nutmeg, allspice, vanilla extract, lemon juice, and salt. Stir and cook for 10–12 minutes until the apples soften. Remove from heat and let cool.
2. Prepare the pastry: Place 1 heaping tablespoon of the cooked apples onto one side of each puff pastry square. Brush the edges with water, fold over, and press with a fork to seal.
3. Heat the oil: In a deep pot, heat 3 inches of oil to 350°F. Test by dropping a small piece of pastry—it should sizzle and cook quickly.
4. Fry the pies: Carefully place two pies at a time in the hot oil. Fry for 1 minute per side, or until golden brown. Remove and place on a wire rack to drain excess oil.
5. Keep warm (optional): If serving later, keep the pies in a 200°F oven until ready to eat.

Recipe Tips:

• Use the right apples: A mix of Granny Smith (for tartness) and red apples (for sweetness) gives the best flavor. If you only use sweet apples, the filling may be too sugary.
• Cook the apples until soft: The apples should be tender but not mushy. If they are still hard after 10–12 minutes, cook for a few more minutes until they soften.
• Seal the pastry properly: Press the edges firmly with a fork to seal. If they are not sealed well, the filling may leak out while frying.
• Keep the oil at the right temperature: The oil should be 350°F. If it’s too hot, the pies will burn outside but stay raw inside. If too cold, they will soak up oil and turn greasy.
• Drain on a wire rack, not paper towels: A wire rack keeps the pies crispy by allowing air to circulate. Paper towels can make the pastry soggy from trapped steam.

How To Store Leftovers?

• Refrigerate: Let the leftover apple pies cool to room temperature. Then, store them in an airtight container and keep them in the fridge for up to 3 days.
• Freeze: Once the pies have cooled, wrap them tightly in plastic wrap and place them in a freezer bag. Freeze for up to 2 months.

Nutrition Facts:

• Calories: 417 kcal
• Total Fat: 27g
• Saturated Fat: 8g
• Cholesterol: 11mg
• Sodium: 264mg
• Potassium: 92mg
• Total Carbohydrate: 38g
• Dietary Fiber: 2g
• Sugars: 9g
• Protein: 4g