Fried Apple & Peach Pies (Crispy Hand Pies)
These fried pies are old-fashioned Southern-style hand pies with a crispy golden crust and warm fruity filling. They’re crunchy outside, soft and sweet inside—perfect as a dessert or snack.
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Servings
10–12 small pies
Time
Prep: 25 minutes
Cooking: 20–25 minutes
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Ingredients
For the Dough (or use shortcut dough)
2 cups all-purpose flour
½ tsp salt
2 tbsp sugar
4 tbsp cold butter
1 egg
½ cup cold milk (adjust as needed)
Optional shortcut:
Store-bought pie crust or biscuit dough
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Apple Filling
2 medium Apple, peeled and chopped
2 tbsp sugar
1 tsp cinnamon
1 tsp lemon juice
1 tsp butter
1 tsp cornstarch (for thickening)
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Peach Filling
2 cups chopped Peach (fresh or canned, drained)
2–3 tbsp sugar
1 tsp cinnamon (optional)
1 tsp lemon juice
1 tsp cornstarch
1 tsp butter
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For Frying
Vegetable oil (enough for shallow or deep frying)
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Optional Topping
Powdered sugar
Cinnamon sugar
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Step 1: Make the Dough
1. Mix flour, salt, and sugar.
2. Cut in butter until crumbly.
3. Add egg and milk gradually.
4. Knead lightly into soft dough.
5. Rest for 15–20 minutes.
👉 Dough should be soft but not sticky.
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Step 2: Cook Apple Filling
In a pan:
1. Add apples, sugar, cinnamon, lemon juice, butter.
2. Cook for 5–7 minutes until soft.
3. Add cornstarch mixed with a little water.
4. Cook until thick.
5. Let cool completely.
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Step 3: Cook Peach Filling
Repeat same method:
Cook peaches with sugar, lemon juice, butter
Thicken with cornstarch
Cool completely
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Step 4: Roll and Shape Pies
1. Roll dough to about ⅛ inch thickness.
2. Cut into circles or squares.
3. Add 1–2 tbsp filling in center.
4. Fold and seal edges (press with fork).
👉 Make sure edges are tightly sealed to prevent leaking.
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Step 5: Fry the Pies
1. Heat oil to medium (170–180°C / 340–350°F).
2. Fry 2–3 pies at a time.
3. Cook 2–3 minutes per side until golden brown.
4. Remove and drain on paper towels.
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Step 6: Finish & Serve
While warm, sprinkle:
Powdered sugar OR
Cinnamon sugar
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Serving Ideas
Serve with:
Vanilla Ice Cream
Whipped Cream
Warm caramel drizzle
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Variations
1. Baked Version
Bake at 190°C (375°F) for 18–22 minutes for a lighter version.
2. Mixed Fruit Pies
Combine apple + peach filling together.
3. Cinnamon Sugar Crust
Brush pies with butter after frying and coat in cinnamon sugar.
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Tips for Best Results
Cool filling completely before stuffing
Don’t overfill pies
Seal edges well to avoid bursting
Maintain medium oil temperature
Fry in small batches
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Approximate Nutrition (Per Pie)
Calories: 180–260
Carbs: 25–35 g
Fat: 8–14 g
Protein: 2–3 g
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If you want, I can also give you:
McDonald’s-style fried apple pies (crispy flaky version)
Air fryer apple & peach pies (healthier version)
Caramel apple hand pies 🍏🍑