Fried Apple Hand Pies

Name: Fried Apple Hand Pies
Prep time: 30 min
Cook time: 20 min
Total time: 50 min
Yield: 8 servings
Cuisine: Cajun
Ingredients: 4 cups Granny Smith apples, diced; 1/2 cup granulated sugar; 1 tsp ground cinnamon; 2 tbsp unsalted butter, cubed; 3 cups all-purpose flour; 1 tsp salt; 1/2 cup vegetable shortening, chilled; 1/2 cup ice water; 4 cups vegetable oil; 1 cup powdered sugar; 2 tbsp milk

Crispy fried hand pies filled with spiced cinnamon apples and topped with a sweet glaze coating.

50 minMediumServes 8380 cal/serving

CajunDessertStovetopVegetarianNut-FreeLow-SodiumAlcohol-FreeNightshade-Free

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Ingredients

4 cups Granny Smith apples, diced
1/2 cup granulated sugar
1 tsp ground cinnamon
2 tbsp unsalted butter, cubed
3 cups all-purpose flour
1 tsp salt
1/2 cup vegetable shortening, chilled
1/2 cup ice water
4 cups vegetable oil
1 cup powdered sugar
2 tbsp milk

Instructions

1

Combine 4 cups diced Granny Smith apples, 1/2 cup granulated sugar, 1 tsp ground cinnamon, and 2 tbsp cubed unsalted butter in a saucepan over medium heat for 8 minutes until softened, then cool.
2

Mix 3 cups all-purpose flour and 1 tsp salt in a bowl, cut in 1/2 cup chilled vegetable shortening, then stir in 1/2 cup ice water to form a dough.
3

Roll dough out on a floured surface, cut into circles, place apple filling in center, fold over, and crimp edges sealed.
4

Heat 4 cups vegetable oil in a deep skillet to 350 degrees F and fry pies for 3 minutes per side until golden brown.
5

Whisk 1 cup powdered sugar and 2 tbsp milk together, then brush glaze over warm pies before serving.

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Questions

How hot should the oil be for Fried Apple Hand Pies?

For Fried Apple Hand Pies, the frying oil is held at 350 F (about 175 C) in step 4. Hotter scorches the outside before the inside cooks, and cooler turns it greasy.

What can I use instead of powdered sugar in Fried Apple Hand Pies?

The entry for Fried Apple Hand Pies calls for 1 cup powdered sugar. In its place: Blend granulated sugar with a teaspoon of cornstarch per cup until fine.

Is Fried Apple Hand Pies vegan?

No, though it is vegetarian. What keeps it from vegan is 2 tbsp unsalted butter, cubed and 2 tbsp milk. For fully plant-based entries, see the vegan dessert collection.

How many calories are in Fried Apple Hand Pies?

One serving (the recipe makes 8) is about 380 calories, with 4 g protein, 52 g carbohydrate and 18 g fat, plus 2 g fiber and 280 mg sodium. The figures are estimates computed from the ingredient list.

Can I freeze Fried Apple Hand Pies?

It is not a good candidate. Fried dough is at its best within the hour. Leftover Fried Apple Hand Pies keeps a day at room temperature, loosely covered; a few minutes in a 350 F oven or an air fryer brings back some of the crispness. The refrigerator only makes it tough.

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