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McDonald's Apple Pies (homemade + vegan)

Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 20 minutes
Total Time 35 minutes
Servings 4 pieces
Calories 250
Enjoy a vegan, homemade twist on the classic apple pie with flaky puff pastry and sweet apple filling.

Ingredients

Filling

  • 3-4 medium apples apples (peeled and chopped) (weighed after peeling)
  • 1/2 cup brown sugar (or to taste)
  • 1/4 cup vegan butter
  • 2-3 teaspoons lemon juice (to taste (or sub with water))
  • 1 teaspoon ground cinnamon
  • 4 teaspoons cornstarch / corn flour (note 1 for a thinner sauce)
  • 1/4 cup water (or as needed)
  • 1/8 teaspoon salt (if using unsalted butter)

Pastry

  • 2 sheets frozen puff pastry (thawed but cold)
  • 2-3 tablespoons maple syrup (for brushing as needed)

Optional topping

  • coarse sugar coarse sugar (optional)

Instructions 

  • Preheat oven to 375°F (190°C). Prepare apple filling by combining chopped apples, brown sugar, vegan butter, lemon juice, cinnamon, cornstarch, water, and salt. Cook until apples are tender and sauce thickens, then let cool.
  • Roll out puff pastry sheets and cut into rectangles. Spoon cooled apple filling onto one half of each rectangle, then fold over and seal edges.
  • Brush the tops with maple syrup and sprinkle with coarse sugar if desired. Place on a baking sheet lined with parchment paper.
  • Bake for 20 minutes or until golden brown. Let cool slightly before serving.

Notes

Use cold puff pastry for best results and adjust sugar to taste.
Calories: 250kcal
Cost: $15
Course: Dessert
Cuisine: American
Keyword: Apple, pie, vegan