Fried Apple Hand Pies

Fried Apple Hand Pies are the classic southern dessert just like my grandma used to make. A delicious cinnamon apple filling inside a delicate flaky pie crust that is deep fried to perfection. Dip them in a powdered sugar glaze for an unforgettable dessert.

Love apple desserts? Easy Apple Cobbler is a classic dessert that everyone loves topped with vanilla ice cream and my mom's Fresh Apple Cake is one of the easiest fall desserts you can make. 

Fried Apple Hand Pies ~ Classic Fried Pies

The crust on these fried pies are the star of the show. It's different than a store bought or homemade pie dough. Any filling will work for these fried pies but apple is my favorite.

My mom shared this recipe with me from her aunt's recipe box. The dough puffs up as it fries and it so tender, it literally melts in your mouth. 

 

Ingredients Needed:

For the Pie Dough:

• Flour
• Sugar
• Baking Powder
• Salt
• Shortening
• Egg
• Evaporated Milk

For the Filling:

•  Gala Apples
• Sugar
• Water
• Cornstarch
• Cinnamon
• Nutmeg
• Salt

For Frying:

• 3 cups Vegetable Oil

For the Glaze:

• 2 ½ cups powdered sugar
• ⅓ cup milk

How to Make Fried Pies:

For the Dough:

• Sift the dry ingredients together in a large bowl.
• Use a fork to cut in shortening. Whisk egg and milk together and mix into the dry ingredients until the dough comes together.
• Wrap in plastic wrap and refrigerate one hour or until you are ready to make the pies.

Make the Filling:

• Peel and core apples. Dice and place in a bowl with sugar, cinnamon, nutmeg, salt. Mix well.
• Add water and cornstarch to a pan and whisk together. Add apple mixture and stir to combine.
• Cook over medium-high heat,  stirring often about 10 minutes.
• Pour into a bowl and set aside to cool.

• Heat oil to 375 degrees.
• Cook 2 or 3 pies at a time, turning to brown both sides. Remove from oil to a paper towel lined rack to drain.

They are so good right out of the frying pan. I couldn't stop thinking about how good those little apple pies are from the grocery store. You know the ones that are coated in icing? Yes!

• I made a quick glaze with powdered sugar and milk. I completely dunked them pies in the icing using a fork and then let them dry on a wire rack.

The icing takes these to over the top amazing. I am thinking these are literally the best thing I've ever made. EVER.

How to Store:

Store cooled pies in an airtight container in refrigerated up to 4 days. Serve at room temperature or heat for a few seconds in the microwave.

I'm a southern girl and love my deep fried foods. I try to be moderate about such things but these fried pies are impossible to resist!

I seriously love these pies and I'm telling you the pastry crust is to die for but I will also say this is not the kind of dessert you whip up in a hurry.

There are lots of steps and it takes a bit of time to roll out the dough and shape the pies. However, they are worth every single minute and every single calorie!

More Apple Desserts to Try:

Apple Crumb Pie is a classic for any occasion. You can't go wrong with this easy apple pie!

Apple Fritter Cake is a simple loaf cake to bake for any day of the week. 

Caramel Apple Pie Cheesecake Shooters are really simple to make and perfect for entertaining!

Fried pies always make me think of my grandma. I remember her making them when I was growing up and they were always so dang good. She often made them with dried apricots and I've got to try that soon. Add these Fried Apple Hand Pies to your list to try immediately. I promise you will be glad you did!

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