Fried Apple or Peach Pies

Satisfy your sweet tooth with these delightful Fried Apple or Peach Pies. Made with tender fruit filling encased in flaky pastry and fried to golden perfection, these pies are a perfect indulgence for any occasion.

Whether you’re craving the comforting flavors of apple or the juicy sweetness of peach, these handheld treats are sure to delight your taste buds. So fire up your stove, dust off your rolling pin, and get ready to enjoy a taste of homemade goodness with these irresistible fried pies!

Kitchen Equipment Needed:

1. Rolling pin
2. Pastry brush
3. Large skillet or frying pan
4. Slotted spoon
5. Paper towels
6. Biscuit cutter or knife
7. Small bowl for egg wash

Ingredients:

For the Fruit Filling:

• 2 cups diced apples or peaches (fresh or canned)
• 1/4 cup granulated sugar
• 1 tablespoon all-purpose flour
• 1/2 teaspoon ground cinnamon
• Pinch of salt
• 1 tablespoon lemon juice (for apple pies only)

For the Pastry:

• 2 store-bought pie crusts or homemade pie dough
• All-purpose flour (for dusting)

For Frying:

• Vegetable oil, for frying

Directions:

1. Prepare the Fruit Filling: In a mixing bowl, combine the diced apples or peaches, granulated sugar, all-purpose flour, ground cinnamon, salt, and lemon juice (if making apple pies). Stir until the fruit is well coated. Set aside.
2. Roll Out the Pie Crust: On a lightly floured surface, roll out the pie crusts to about 1/8-inch thickness. Use a biscuit cutter or knife to cut out circles of dough, approximately 4-5 inches in diameter.
3. Fill the Dough Circles: Place a spoonful of the fruit filling onto one half of each dough circle, leaving a small border around the edges. Fold the other half of the dough over the filling to create a half-moon shape. Press the edges firmly to seal.
4. Crimp the Edges: Use a fork to crimp the edges of the pies to seal them further. This will also create a decorative pattern.
5. Heat the Oil: In a large skillet or frying pan, heat vegetable oil over medium heat until it reaches 350°F (175°C).
6. Fry the Pies: Carefully place the pies in the hot oil, a few at a time, making sure not to overcrowd the pan. Fry for 2-3 minutes on each side, or until golden brown and crispy.
7. Drain and Cool: Use a slotted spoon to transfer the fried pies to a paper towel-lined plate to drain excess oil. Allow them to cool slightly before serving.
8. Serve and Enjoy: Serve the fried apple or peach pies warm, either plain or dusted with powdered sugar. Enjoy the crispy exterior and the warm, gooey filling with every bite!

Fried Apple or Peach Pies

Satisfy your sweet tooth with these delightful Fried Apple or Peach Pies. Made with tender fruit filling encased in flaky pastry and fried to golden perfection, these pies are a perfect indulgence for any occasion.

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Equipment

• Rolling Pin
• Pastry brush
• Large skillet or frying pan
• Slotted spoon
• Paper towels
• Biscuit cutter or knife
• Small bowl for egg wash

Ingredients

  

• For the Fruit Filling:
• 2 cups diced apples or peaches fresh or canned
• 1/4 cup granulated sugar
• 1 tablespoon all-purpose flour
• 1/2 teaspoon ground cinnamon
• Pinch of salt
• 1 tablespoon lemon juice for apple pies only
• For the Pastry:
• 2 store-bought pie crusts or homemade pie dough
• All-purpose flour for dusting
• For Frying:
• Vegetable oil for frying

Instructions

 

• Prepare the Fruit Filling: In a mixing bowl, combine the diced apples or peaches, granulated sugar, all-purpose flour, ground cinnamon, salt, and lemon juice (if making apple pies). Stir until the fruit is well coated. Set aside.
• Roll Out the Pie Crust: On a lightly floured surface, roll out the pie crusts to about 1/8-inch thickness. Use a biscuit cutter or knife to cut out circles of dough, approximately 4-5 inches in diameter.
• Fill the Dough Circles: Place a spoonful of the fruit filling onto one half of each dough circle, leaving a small border around the edges. Fold the other half of the dough over the filling to create a half-moon shape. Press the edges firmly to seal.
• Crimp the Edges: Use a fork to crimp the edges of the pies to seal them further. This will also create a decorative pattern.
• Heat the Oil: In a large skillet or frying pan, heat vegetable oil over medium heat until it reaches 350°F (175°C).
• Fry the Pies: Carefully place the pies in the hot oil, a few at a time, making sure not to overcrowd the pan. Fry for 2-3 minutes on each side, or until golden brown and crispy.
• Drain and Cool: Use a slotted spoon to transfer the fried pies to a paper towel-lined plate to drain excess oil. Allow them to cool slightly before serving.
• Serve and Enjoy: Serve the fried apple or peach pies warm, either plain or dusted with powdered sugar. Enjoy the crispy exterior and the warm, gooey filling with every bite!