Churro Apple Pie Bowls: A Cozy Twist on Classic Dessert

Churro Apple Pie Bowls combine crispy churro shells with spiced apple filling, creating an irresistible twist on a classic dessert.

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Prep Time 20

Cook Time 30

Cooling Time 10

Total Time 1

Servings: 6 bowls

Course: Desserts

Cuisine: American

Calories: 350

Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients

For the Apple Filling

4 cups apples Granny Smith or Honeycrisp, diced
2 tablespoons butter can substitute with coconut oil or vegan margarine
1 teaspoon cinnamon
1/2 cup sugar can use brown sugar
1 teaspoon vanilla extract or vanilla bean paste

For the Churro Shells

1 package dough (puff pastry) store-bought saves time, homemade boosts flavor
1/2 cup sugar for coating
1 teaspoon cinnamon for coating

Equipment

Skillet
Muffin tin
mixing bowl
Round cutter

Method

Step-by-Step Instructions

Prepare the Apple Filling: Peel, core, and dice apples. Melt butter in a skillet, add apples, cinnamon, sugar, and vanilla. Sauté for 5-7 minutes, until tender. Cool slightly.
Make the Churro Bowls: Roll out puff pastry, cut circles to fit muffin tin. Press into wells, brush with melted butter, and bake at 375°F for 12-15 minutes until golden brown.
Add Churro Coating: Mix cinnamon and sugar. Toss baked bowls in mixture while warm.
Fill the Bowls: Spoon cooled apple filling into churro bowls, avoiding overfilling.
Final Bake for Flavor Melting: Bake filled bowls at 350°F for 5 minutes. Cool for a few minutes before serving warm.

Nutrition

Serving: 1bowlCalories: 350kcalCarbohydrates: 45gProtein: 2gFat: 18gSaturated Fat: 10gCholesterol: 30mgSodium: 200mgPotassium: 150mgFiber: 2gSugar: 18gVitamin A: 200IUVitamin C: 5mgCalcium: 20mgIron: 1mg

Notes

Cool the filling before adding to avoid soggy bottoms. Store leftovers in an airtight container for up to 3 days.

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