38 Recipes That Guarantee You Can Turn Anything Into An Egg Roll... No, Really, Anything (2024)

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By Camille Lowder
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If the only time you’re eating egg rolls is when you order Chinese food, you’re missing out. We’ve got news for you—they’re actually wildly easy to make at home AND to fill with anything you can think of. Their crispy, crunchy shells make them great appetizers, ofc, but they can also be delicious light meals or desserts too. Don’t believe us? Check out our 37 egg roll recipes for proof—we bet we see some egg roll wrappers in your grocery cart future. 😉

When we say you can put anything into an egg roll, we mean it. Take inspiration from all your fave foods—we truly haven’t found a single one that wasn’t improved by being tucked into a crispy egg roll shell and fried. Sandwiches or burgers? Yep, try our Big Mac egg rolls, our meatball sub egg rolls, or our Reuben egg rolls. Italian food? Our pizza egg rolls or our take it OTT. Mexican food? Consider our burrito egg rolls or our Southwestern egg rolls just another twist on the genre. Breakfast?! You bet—try our everything bagel egg rolls or our breakfast egg rolls. The list goes on and on.

And don’t even get us started on egg rolls for dessert. They take normally fussy desserts like cheesecake or pie and turn them into something SO easy. Check out our caramel apple pie egg rolls, our Boston creme egg rolls, or our cheesecake egg rolls for ideas, but really, the sky’s the limit, so get creative. Don’t want to get creative, but still want to get in on the action? Take a hint from two of the recipes here, and just wrap up a candy bar in an egg roll wrapper and fry it. You’re welcome!

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Air Fryer Egg Rolls

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Once we discovered the magic of the air fryer, we knew we had to develop an egg roll recipe for our new favorite gadget. Quick to make and even easier to clean up, this recipe uses less oil than the usual deep-fried versions, making it one of our new go-to dishes for an easy snack or appetizer.

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Reuben Egg Rolls

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Frying these Reuben-inspired egg rolls can sound intimidating, but it’s definitely worth it here. The high heat keeps the wrapper crispy and prevents the whole thing from exploding. (Trust us, we've tested them in the oven, and the results are way messier and sadly soggy.) More of a cheeseburger person? Try our Big Mac egg rolls next.

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Cheesecake Egg Rolls

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Crazy egg rolls are kind of our thing and this cheesecake version is tops. Whatever you do, don't skip the strawberry dipping sauce—it is SO good.

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Antipasto Egg Rolls

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Fun fact: To make these a little lighter, you can make this antipasto salad-inspired recipe in your air fryer. And you don't need any oil. (Though if you brush some on before cooking, your egg rolls will come out a little cracklier—up to you!)

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5

Buffalo Chicken Egg Rolls

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Few foods scream game day like some crisp, saucy Buffalo wings... except maybe these Buffalo chicken egg rolls. Served with some doctored up store-bought ranch dressing, they'll be the most popular dish at your party.

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Meatball Sub Egg Rolls

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Meatball sub egg rolls might sound like something you came up with in a dream, but they're absolutely real. They're exactly what they sound like—all of the fillings you'd find in a meatball sub loaded into an egg roll wrapper and deep-fried until golden brown, delicious, and perfect for folks who don't want their hands covered in hot marinara sauce.

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Big Mac Egg Rolls

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Love a Big Mac? Us too, so we made them portable and perfect for sharing. Don't forget the Mac sauce for dipping!

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8

Jalapeño Popper Egg Rolls

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We thought nothing could beat out our bacon-wrapped jalapeño poppers... until now. These take everything we love about those, and add a crispy, crunchy shell that's irresistable.

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9

Banana Pudding Egg Rolls

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Warning: These banana pudding-inspired egg rolls are RIDICULOUS. We think the Nilla Wafer coating really takes them over the edge. Make sure you're tossing the egg rolls in Nilla crumbs immediately after frying—otherwise, they won't stick!

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Pizza Egg Rolls

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These pizza-inspired egg rolls are kind of like a leveled-up mozzarella stick. We went with pepperoni, but feel free to swap in your fave pizza toppings (we bet sausage would be great too!).

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11

Cookie Dough Egg Rolls

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We like the ease of store-bought cookie dough for these egg rolls, but feel free to make your own, like the one for our best-ever chocolate chip cookies.

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12

Can't go wrong with a fried pickle.

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Can't go wrong with a fried pickle, and these are the easiest and fastest way to get one—only shallow frying required!

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Southwestern Egg Rolls

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Now you'll never have to drive to Chili's just for their delicious egg rolls again. These copycats are so easy to make at home and might taste even better.

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14

Snickers Egg Rolls

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Okay, okay, we know—this is a very simple recipe. Trust us, though: Once you try these egg rolls, you'll never want Snickers any other way.

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15

Blueberry Cheesecake Egg Rolls

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These little guys are way easier to make than traditional cheesecake, with an added crunch that you never realized you were missing. We went with blueberry, but feel free to swap in your fave fruits too (à la our strawberry or raspberry cheesecakes).

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Chicken Parm Egg Rolls

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To make things super-easy on yourself for these, start with baked (previously frozen) chicken tenders. If you have leftover homemade chicken Parm, that's even better!

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17

Churro Cheesecake Egg Rolls

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If you're a fan of churros and cheesecake, this dessert was made for you. Ready in just 30 minutes and using a fraction of the normal amount of frying oil you'd need to cook churros, this treat is simple to make and perfect for sharing.

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18

Kit Kat Egg Rolls

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Fried candy bars have become a carnival and state fair staple. These egg rolls makes the Kit Kat here even crispier (plus who can say no to extra chocolate?!).

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Breakfast Egg Rolls

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Who says you can't have egg rolls for breakfast? These are stuffed with the breakfast essentials: scrambled eggs, melty cheese, crisp bacon, and some chives for freshness. We're hooked!

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Caramel Apple Egg Rolls

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These are truly heavenly. They're sort of like mini apple pies, but with an added bonus: CARAMEL. Yes, serving them with caramel on the side is a little extra, but then again so are these egg rolls. 😏

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38 Recipes That Guarantee You Can Turn Anything Into An Egg Roll... No, Really, Anything (2024)

FAQs

What makes an egg roll and egg roll? ›

What Is an Egg Roll? An egg roll is a fried, savory roll filled with shredded cabbage, ground or roast pork or shrimp and other ingredients inside a wonton wrapper or thick, wheat flour wrapper.

What is the traditional Easter egg roll? ›

It is hosted by the President of the United States and the First Lady of the United States. The Egg Roll is a race where children push an egg through the grass with a long-handled spoon.

What is the pink stuff in an egg roll? ›

I made these by myself, and it took a lot longer, since I wrapped them all before I even started cooking them. You MUST use ground pork--do not use ground beef or chicken or the weird pink stuff that is ground turkey.

What are most egg rolls made of? ›

An egg roll is a fried appetizer that's found on countless Chinese-American restaurant menus. It consists of a thick, crispy wheat flour skin filled with shredded cabbage, pork, and other ingredients. Egg rolls are fried in hot oil, served warm, and usually dipped in duck sauce or soy sauce.

Which is healthier spring roll or egg roll? ›

A: Spring rolls are lighter than egg rolls, typically have more vegetables, and have a lighter wrapper, making them the healthier option.

Are egg rolls healthy? ›

Nutritionally speaking, an egg roll could be considered a less healthy option. It is a salty, fried food, with oil absorbed into the wrapper and filling during frying. The oil absorbed can increase the calories and fat consumed.

Are egg rolls Chinese or Japanese? ›

Foodtimeline.org says, “egg rolls (and their lighter counterpart, spring rolls) date back to ancient China. It is quite likely that egg-roll type foods were made and consumed in the USA by the first Chinese settlers in the mid 1800's.” Okay, now we are getting somewhere.

What is a New York egg roll? ›

A typical "New York–style" egg roll measures approximately two inches in diameter by six inches in length, with a thick, chewy, crispy, bumpy exterior skin. Egg rolls, like other Americanized Chinese food specialties, may contain vegetable cultivars and flavor profiles that are not common in China, including broccoli.

What is a Phoenix egg roll? ›

Crunchy and buttery phoenix egg roll is filled with pork floss and adorned with a strip of seaweed is a popular Macau specialty you can easily make at home.

What are Mexican Easter eggs? ›

A cascarón (plural cascarones, without accent mark; from Spanish cascarón, "eggshell", the augmentative form of cáscara, "shell") is a hollowed-out chicken egg filled with confetti or small toys. Cascarones are common throughout Mexico and are similar to the Easter eggs popular in many other countries.

What side goes with eggroll in a bowl? ›

Top your bowl with chopped peanuts, crispy chow mein noodles (the dry kind), wonton strips, or sesame sticks. Serve with Your Grain of Choice. rice, quinoa, or Cauliflower Fried Rice all go well with this egg roll stir fry. Or serve it with noodles for a change of pace (check out these Stir Fry Noodles too).

What is the best sauce to eat with eggrolls? ›

Sweet & Sour and Duck Sauce are the most common sauces to serve but it's fun (and tasty) to switch things up a bit and try new flavors. We've got three light and fresh egg roll dipping sauces to share with you today, perfect for summer! Sweet and Spicy Mustard, Avocado Spinach, and Mango Chutney!

Can you eat leftover egg rolls? ›

Cooking Chew recommends reheating the leftover egg rolls on a foil-covered baking sheet. Pop them in a preheated 350-degree oven and leave the egg rolls in for five minutes total, flipping them after two and a half. Check for doneness; the internal temperature should read 165 degrees.

Are egg rolls real Chinese food? ›

Foodtimeline.org says, “egg rolls (and their lighter counterpart, spring rolls) date back to ancient China. It is quite likely that egg-roll type foods were made and consumed in the USA by the first Chinese settlers in the mid 1800's.” Okay, now we are getting somewhere.

What is in Costco egg roll? ›

Ingredients: Water, Enriched Flour (wheat Flour, Niacin, Reduced Iron, Thiamine Mononitrate, Riboflavin, Folic Acid), Cabbage, White Meat Chicken, Carrots, Celery, Onion, Contains 2% Or Less Of: Yellow Corn Flour, Modified Food Starch, Salt, Sugar, Brown Rice, Green Onions, Spice, Vegetable Oil, (cottonseed And/or ...

Are all egg rolls vegan? ›

❓ Recipe FAQs

Egg rolls can be vegan, but aren't always. All egg roll wrappers aren't vegan because they some brands will contain eggs. Many store-bought or restaurant egg rolls also have meat like ground pork in them.

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