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    Copycat McDonald’s Hot Apple Pies

    Published on September 10, 2022 - Updated on January 7, 2023 by Chef Rodney - Leave a Comment - This post may contain affiliate links.

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    I loved McDonald's Hot Apple Pies when I was a kid. And now you can make them at home with this easy Copycat Recipe.
     
    copycat mcdonalds hot apple pies

    One of the things I remember the most about eating at McDonald's is their Hot Apple Pies. There was just something about having a delicious hot apple pie served in a cool little red cardboard container.

    pastry dough cut
    appli filling on pastry dough

    I must admit that I haven't had an Apple Pie from McDonald's in years, probably decades. That was until I came across this copycat recipe from McDonald's. America's favorite fast-food restaurant.

    puff pastry sheets

    Before I made this apple pie recipe I had to refresh my memory and get me the real deal from my local McDonald's. I know, shame on me for getting takeout from a fast-food restaurant chain. But it was for research. I swear!

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    apple pies ready for the oven

    The great news is that you can make your own apple pies almost identical to the ones you would get from McDonald's. I mean really close. if you are a fan of McDonald's Apple Pies, you must try this super easy-to-make recipe.

    apple pies fresh out of the oven
    Apple Pies Fresh out of the Oven

    ⭐ Copycat Rating

    Since the goal of a Copycat Recipe is for it to taste exactly like the original, it's only natural to rate this recipe against the original. This Copycat recipe rates a solid 8 out of 10 in my opinion.

    copycat mcdonalds hot apple pies

    💭 Recipe Note

    Cans of Apple Pie Filling usually come in 21 ounces cans. If you use one pastry sheet (4 apple pies) as I did in this recipe, you will have about half of the can left over. You can either use both pastry sheets or use the leftover pie filling to make a small apple pie.

    copycat mcdonalds hot apple pies

    For more great recipes with Ground Cinnamon, I suggest you check these recipes out:

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    📋 What Ingredients do I need

    You will need the following ingredients to make this Copycat Apple Pies recipe from McDonald's (see recipe card for quantities): Puff Pastry Sheets, Apple Pie Filling, Egg White, Cold Water, White Sugar and Ground Cinnamon.

    🥣 How to make McDonald's Hot Apple Pies

    Preheat the oven to 375°F.
    In a small bowl, mix together the sugar and cinnamon. Set aside.
    Roll out the puff pastry sheets into a 12 x 12 square. Cut the puff pastry into four 3″ wide strips. Then cut each strip in half to create a 3″ x 6″ rectangle.
    Divide the apple pie filling among one half of the rectangles. Using a knife cut four diagonal cuts into the remaining puff pastry rectangles. Top the apple-filled puff pastry with the cut puff pastry and press the seams together with a fork.
    Brush the tops of the puff pastry apple pies with the egg wash, and sprinkle with the cinnamon sugar mixture.
    Bake for 13-15 minutes until the pies are deep golden brown. Let cool on a wire rack before serving (remember the warning on the original red box?)

    copycat mcdonald's hot apple pies

    Copycat McDonald’s Apple Pies

    I loved McDonald's Hot Apple Pies when I was a kid. And now you can make them at home with this easy Copycat Recipe.
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    Prep Time 5 mins
    Cook Time 15 mins
    Cooling time 10 mins
    Total Time 30 mins
    Course Dessert
    Cuisine American
    Servings 4 apple pies
    Calories 513 kcal

    Ingredients
     

    • 2 tablespoon White Sugar
    • ½ teaspoon Ground Cinnamon
    • 1 Puff Pastry Sheets, thawed
    • 1 Can Apple Pie Filling
    • 1 Egg White, mixed with 1 tablespoon Water
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    Instructions
     

    • Preheat the oven to 375°F.
    • In a small bowl, mix together the sugar and cinnamon. Set aside.
    • Roll out the puff pastry sheets into a 12 x 12 square. Cut the puff pastry into four 3″ wide strips. Then cut each strip in half to create a 3″ x 6″ rectangle.
    • Divide the apple pie filling among one half of the rectangles. Using a knife cut four diagonal cuts into the remaining puff pastry rectangles. Top the apple filled puff pastry with the cut puff pastry and press the seams together with a fork.
    • Brush the tops of the puff pastry apple pies with the egg wash, and sprinkle with the cinnamon sugar mixture.
    • Bake for 13-15 minutes, or until the pies are deep golden brown. Let cool on a wire rack before serving (remember the warning on the original red box?)

    Notes

    Cans of Apple Pie Filling usually come in 21 ounces cans. If you use one pastry sheet (4 apple pies) as I did in this recipe, you will have about half of the can left over. You can either use both pastry sheets or use the leftover pie filling to make a small apple pie.

    Nutrition

    Calories: 513kcalCarbohydrates: 72gProtein: 5gFat: 24gSaturated Fat: 6gPolyunsaturated Fat: 3gMonounsaturated Fat: 13gSodium: 235mgPotassium: 117mgFiber: 3gSugar: 27gVitamin A: 37IUVitamin C: 3mgCalcium: 15mgIron: 2mg

    Nutritional information provided for this recipe is based on 1 serving. This information is an estimate and may vary based on several factors. If nutritional information is important to you and your diet, please verify this recipe with a Registered Dietitian.

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