11 Unexpected Egg Roll Recipes The Whole Fam Will Love

Who says egg rolls have to stick to their original Asian flavors? While my family loves the occasional egg roll when we go out to our fave Chinese restaurant, they like it even better when I make some at home with our own favorite flavors. Southwestern egg rolls are my faves, while my son Kai loves a good dessert egg roll. Although, really, who wouldn’t?

You can find egg roll wrappers in most grocery stores these days in the produce section (they’re refrigerated…look for them near the tofu), or you can make your own Chinese egg roll wrappers from scratch using ingredients you probably already have on hand. Egg roll wrappers are primarily made of flour and egg, so no matter what you stuff in them—from pizza toppings to apple pie filling—they’re a crispy, neutral-flavored way to roll anything up into a bite-size snack.

Check out my family’s favorite unexpected egg roll recipes in the slideshow.

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Pizza Egg Rolls

Here’s one that even the pickiest eaters will love. Spread pizza sauce on the egg roll wrapper, then place half of a mozzarella string cheese stick and pepperoni slices on top. Then roll up and bake in the oven. Get the recipe at Emily Bites.
Baked Southwest Egg Rolls

Move over Taco Tuesday: Here’s a recipe that will flip your basic corn shells on their heads. Mix together a blend of your fave Tex-Mex ingredients (corn, black beans, chicken breast, peppers) and fry in an egg roll wrapper. Get the recipe at Six Sisters Stuff.
Banana Egg Rolls with Chocolate Sauce

Here’s a healthy treat that’s packed with protein and is sweet. Spread almond or peanut butter on an egg roll wrapper. Then place half of a banana on top. Roll it up and fry it in hot oil. Pull it out and drizzle chocolate sauce on top. Get the recipe at I Breathe, I’m Hungry.
Caramel Apple Egg Rolls

This is a perfect dessert or after school snack. Dice your apples and mix with cinnamon and sugar, and cook the apples until soft. The smell is going to be amazing. Once cool, spoon about 2 Tbsp. onto your egg roll wrapper. Fry and enjoy. It’s like crispy apple pie. Get the recipe at Growing Up Gabel.
Cookie Dough Egg Rolls

Feeling sinful? Here’s a recipe that will make that little devil inside (and your taste buds) extremely happy. Place favorite chocolate chip cookie dough onto an egg roll wrap, then fry. It may be naughty, but it tastes like heaven. Get the recipe at Crazy Little Projects.
Reuben Egg Rolls

Here’s a hearty egg roll that’s perfect for a weekend lunch or party appetizer. Featuring everything in a regular Reuben (corned beef, swiss cheese, and sauerkraut), this egg roll is best when dipped in Thousand Island dressing. Get the recipe at I Wash, You Dry.
Strawberry Cheesecake Egg Rolls with Lemon Drizzle

Here’s a perfect dessert for when you invite your in-laws over for Sunday brunch. Not only will you sweeten them up, you’ll also impress them with your culinary creativity. Mix strawberries with a yogurt-based cheesecake filling and then fry it up. Get the recipe at Handle the Heat.
Avocado Egg Rolls

Nothing is better than the creamy taste of guacamole. Now imagine that in a crispy deep fried egg roll. OMG! Mash an avocado and then add diced tomatoes, red onion, and cilantro. Place on an egg roll wrapper, roll it up, and then fry. Get the recipe at Damn Delicious.
Philly Cheesesteak Egg Rolls

Chop sautéed mushrooms, green peppers, and cooked steak and onions in a food processor. Mix with cheese and then fill egg roll wrappers with the mixture. Then fry or bake. What you’ll get is a hearty and crispy dinner your family is sure to eat up. Get the recipe at Carlsbad Cravings.
Bacon Cheeseburger Egg Rolls

Here’s a dinner idea that will have your kids asking for seconds. Brown ground beef and mix it with sautéed onions and carrots. Then mix in the tomato paste, pickles, and mustard. Remove from heat and add bacon. Then spread on an egg roll wrapper. Don’t forget the cheese! Get the recipe at The Skinny Fork.
Bacon Avocado Egg Rolls

Here’s a roll no one can pass up. Bacon, pepper jack cheese, and avocado—yes, please! Just place ‘em in a egg roll wrapper and fry it up. Get the recipe at Lil' Luna.