Burger King Cinnamon Apple Pie Copycat Recipe (Fried Pie Honest Review)
Hot, cinnamon-sugar coated apple filling inside a crispy fried shell. Nothing fancy, but sometimes that's exactly what you want. Way better than the baked version at other places. 🥧
Ingredients
Main ingredients
- Refrigerated pie dough 1 sheet
- Granny Smith apple 1 medium
- Butter 1 tbsp
- Granulated sugar 2 tbsp
- Lemon juice 1 tsp
- Egg (for egg wash) 1 large
- Canola oil (for frying) 2 cups
Seasonings/Sauce
- Ground cinnamon 1 tsp
- Salt 1 pinch
- Powdered sugar (optional, for dusting) 1 tbsp
Nutrition summary
Carbohydrates
42 g
56%
Protein
3 g
4%
Fat
14 g
40%
Cooking steps
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1
Peel, core, and finely dice the Granny Smith apple. In a small skillet over medium heat, melt butter and add diced apple, granulated sugar, ground cinnamon, lemon juice, and a pinch of salt. Cook, stirring frequently, for about 5 minutes until apples are softened and syrupy.
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2
Unroll the refrigerated pie dough and cut into two equal rectangles. Place cooled apple filling in the center of each piece, leaving a 1/2-inch border around the edges.
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3
Brush the edges lightly with beaten egg, then fold the dough over the filling to form a rectangular pie. Press the edges with a fork to seal completely. Chill assembled pies in the fridge for 10 minutes to help maintain shape.
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4
Heat canola oil in a heavy-bottomed pan to 350°F (175°C). Fry pies one at a time for 2-3 minutes per side, or until deep golden brown and blistered. This mimics Burger King's signature crispy, bubbly fried crust.
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5
Remove pies using a slotted spoon and immediately roll in a mix of cinnamon and powdered sugar for that iconic cinnamon-sugar coating while still hot. Let cool slightly before serving—the filling will be hot and gooey.
Personalized Q&A
Q. Does this copycat really taste like Burger King's Cinnamon Apple Pie?
Yes! By deep frying the pies until golden and finishing with a cinnamon-sugar coating, this recipe nails the classic crisp shell and gooey apple filling that sets Burger King's version apart from baked fast-food pies.
Q. Can I flame-grill these pies for a smoky effect?
Burger King fries their pies, not grills them, but to mimic that fried flavor at home, deep frying at 350°F makes the shell blister just like the real thing. Unlike burgers, the signature taste comes from frying, not grilling.
Q. What ingredient swaps work if I don’t have Granny Smith apples or pie dough?
You can use other tart apples or even a mix of apples for the filling. For the crust, any store-bought pie dough or crescent roll dough will work, just aim for a thin, crispy finish. Keep the cinnamon-sugar coating for authentic flavor.
Q. How many calories and carbs are in each homemade Cinnamon Apple Pie?
Each pie serving (about 100g) contains approximately 300 kcal, with 42g carbohydrates (56% of total calories), 14g fat (40%), and 3g protein (4%), closely mirroring the nutrition of the Burger King limited-time favorite.
Q. Any tips for getting a crispy crust that doesn't leak filling?
Be sure to chill the filled pies before frying—this helps prevent the filling from leaking out. Seal edges firmly with a fork and fry at the right temperature (350°F) for a bubbly, crisp texture just like Burger King's pies.
