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Baked Apple Pie Rice Paper Rolls – Crispy, Sweet and Guilt-Free Dessert

Baked Apple Pie Rice Paper Rolls are a clever, lighter twist on classic apple pie. Warm cinnamon-spiced apples are wrapped in delicate rice paper and baked until golden and crispy—giving you all the cozy apple pie flavor without heavy pastry or frying. This dessert is simple, budget-friendly, and perfect when you want something sweet, crunchy, and comforting using just a few ingredients. It’s ideal for fall cravings, quick desserts, or a creative treat to impress with minimal effort. Perfect for: Light desserts Apple pie lovers Oven-baked treats Simple homemade sweets
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 25 minutes
Total Time 40 minutes
Servings: 10 rolls
Ingredients Equipment Method

Ingredients
  

  • 4 apples peeled, cored, and finely diced
  • ⅓ cup brown sugar
  • 1 teaspoon ground cinnamon
  • 2 tablespoons cooking oil
  • Rice paper sheets as needed, from one package
  • These ingredients create a filling that’s warm sweet, and perfectly spiced inside a crispy baked wrapper.

Equipment

  • Large skillet
  • Baking sheet
  • Parchment paper
  • Knife
  • Cutting board
  • Shallow bowl (for softening rice paper)
  • Spoon
  • Pastry brush (optional)

Method
 

  1. Apple Filling
Step 1:
  1. Heat 1 tablespoon of cooking oil in a skillet over medium heat.
Step 2:
  1. Add the diced apples, brown sugar, and cinnamon.
Step 3:
  1. Cook for 6–8 minutes, stirring often, until the apples soften and the mixture becomes syrupy.
  2. Step 4:
  3. Remove from heat and allow the filling to cool slightly.
  4. Assemble the Rolls
Step 5:
  1. Preheat the oven to 375°F (190°C). Line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
Step 6:
  1. Fill a shallow bowl with warm water. Dip one rice paper sheet into the water for 5–8 seconds until just pliable.
Step 7:
  1. Lay the softened rice paper flat on a clean surface.
Step 8:
  1. Spoon a small amount of apple filling near the bottom center.
Step 9:
  1. Fold in the sides, then roll tightly like a spring roll.
Step 10:
  1. Place the roll seam-side down on the prepared baking sheet.
Step 11:
  1. Repeat with remaining rice paper and filling.
Step 12:
  1. Lightly brush or spray the rolls with the remaining cooking oil.
  2. Bake
Step 13:
  1. Bake for 18–22 minutes, flipping halfway, until golden brown and crisp.
Step 14:
  1. Remove from the oven and let cool slightly before serving.