Apple Pie McDonald’s Copycat
A delicious copycat recipe for McDonald’s iconic apple pie, featuring a crispy, flaky crust filled with sweet, cinnamon-spiced apples. Perfect for recreating the fast-food favorite at home!
Ingredients
- 2 cups peeled and diced apples
- ¼ cup granulated sugar
- ¼ cup brown sugar
- 1 tsp cinnamon
- ¼ tsp nutmeg
- 1 tbsp lemon juice
- 1 tbsp cornstarch
- 1 package store-bought pie crusts (or homemade dough)
- Oil for frying (or baking spray for baked version)
- Powdered sugar for dusting (optional)
Instructions
- In a bowl, mix diced apples, granulated sugar, brown sugar, cinnamon, nutmeg, lemon juice, and cornstarch. Set aside.Roll out the pie crust and cut into rectangles (about 4x5 inches).Place a spoonful of the apple mixture onto one half of each rectangle.Fold the dough over the filling and seal the edges with a fork.Heat oil in a deep pan to 350°F (175°C) or preheat the oven to 375°F (190°C) for a baked version.Fry the pies until golden brown (2-3 minutes per side) or bake for 15-20 minutes until crispy.Remove and let cool slightly. Dust with powdered sugar if desired.
Notes
- For a healthier option, bake the pies instead of frying.
- Adjust sugar levels based on the sweetness of your apples.