Description
Indulge in the delightful Apple Pecan Bites Recipe, a perfect blend of tart Granny Smith apples, creamy cheese, and crunchy pecans, all enveloped in a golden, crispy coating. These bite-sized treats are not only easy to prepare but are also versatile enough for any occasion, from festive gatherings to cozy nights at home. Serve them warm with a drizzle of caramel sauce for an irresistible dessert that will impress family and friends alike. With their sweet and savory flavor profile, these bites are sure to become your new favorite snack!
Ingredients
Scale
- 2 (8 ounce) cream cheese, softened
- ½ cup granulated sugar
- 1½ cups Granny Smith apples, finely chopped
- ½ cup chopped pecans
- 1½ cups graham cracker crumbs
- 1½ cups panko breadcrumbs, crushed
- 2 large eggs
- ¼ cup heavy cream
- Vegetable oil for frying
- ⅓ cup granulated sugar (for finishing)
- 1–2 teaspoons ground cinnamon
Instructions
- In a medium bowl, beat the softened cream cheese and sugar until fluffy. Stir in apples and pecans.
- Roll into bite-sized balls and freeze for 30-40 minutes.
- Heat vegetable oil in a frying pan over medium heat.
- Prepare coating by mixing graham cracker crumbs and panko breadcrumbs in one bowl, and whisking eggs with heavy cream in another.
- Dip each frozen ball into the egg mixture followed by rolling in the crumb mixture until well coated.
- Fry a few bites at a time in hot oil until golden brown on all sides.
- Drain on paper towels and roll in cinnamon sugar before serving with caramel sauce.
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 10 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Frying
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 bite (30g)
- Calories: 130
- Sugar: 6g
- Sodium: 55mg
- Fat: 8g
- Saturated Fat: 3g
- Unsaturated Fat: 5g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 13g
- Fiber: 0g
- Protein: 2g
- Cholesterol: 25mg