Description
These homemade fried pies are dangerously good – crispy on the outside, gooey on the inside, and guaranteed to disappear faster than you can say “seconds, please!”
Ingredients
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- 2 cups (250g) all-purpose flour
- 1/4 cup (50g) granulated sugar
- 1/2 teaspoon salt
- 1/3 cup (75g) cold unsalted butter, cubed
- 1/4 cup (60ml) cold vegetable shortening
- 1/3 cup (80ml) ice water
- 1 large egg (for sealing)
- 2 cups (about 2 medium) apples, peeled and diced small
- 1/3 cup (67g) brown sugar
- 1 tablespoon lemon juice
- 1/2 teaspoon ground cinnamon
- 2 tablespoons cornstarch
- 4 cups (960ml) vegetable oil for frying
- Powdered sugar for dusting (optional)
Instructions
- In a large bowl, whisk together flour, sugar, and salt. Add cold butter and shortening, working them into the flour until the mixture resembles coarse crumbs.
- Drizzle in ice water, mixing gently until dough forms. Shape into a disk, wrap in plastic, and refrigerate for at least 1 hour.
- Meanwhile, combine apples, brown sugar, lemon juice, cinnamon, and cornstarch in a saucepan. Cook over medium heat for 5-7 minutes until thickened. Cool completely.
- Roll chilled dough to 1/8-inch thickness on a floured surface. Cut into 4-inch circles.
- Place 1 tablespoon of filling in the center of each circle. Brush edges with beaten egg, fold over to create half-moons, and seal by crimping with a fork.
- Heat oil to 350°F (175°C) in a deep pot. Fry 2-3 pies at a time for 2-3 minutes per side until golden brown.
- Remove with a slotted spoon and drain on paper towels. Dust with powdered sugar if desired.
- Allow to cool slightly before serving. Be careful, as filling will be very hot!