Description
Craving something sweet, crispy, and soul-warming? These Fried Apple Pies are the perfect answer. With a golden-brown flaky crust and a gooey cinnamon apple filling, they bring Southern charm to your table in every bite. Whether you’re looking for an easy dessert idea, a quick snack, or breakfast treat, this recipe fits the bill. Ideal for fall baking, holiday gatherings, or just a cozy night in. Fry them fresh or prep ahead—either way, they’re pure homemade comfort.
Ingredients
2 medium Granny Smith apples, peeled, cored, and diced
1 medium Honeycrisp apple, peeled, cored, and diced
2 tablespoons unsalted butter
0.25 cup brown sugar
1 tablespoon granulated sugar
1 teaspoon ground cinnamon
0.25 teaspoon nutmeg
1 pinch salt
1 teaspoon lemon juice
1 tablespoon cornstarch mixed with 1 tablespoon water
1 package refrigerated pie crusts (or homemade chilled dough)
all-purpose flour, for dusting
3 cups vegetable oil (or canola oil) for frying
1 egg, beaten
1 tablespoon milk (optional, mixed with egg for egg wash)
0.5 cup powdered sugar
2 tablespoons milk (or cream)
0.25 teaspoon vanilla extract
Instructions
1. In a skillet, melt butter over medium heat. Add diced apples, brown sugar, granulated sugar, cinnamon, nutmeg, salt, and lemon juice. Cook for 5–7 minutes until apples soften.
2. Stir in the cornstarch slurry. Cook 1–2 more minutes until thickened. Remove from heat and cool completely.
3. Roll out the dough on a floured surface to 1/8-inch thickness. Cut into 4–5 inch circles.
4. Spoon 1 to 2 tablespoons of apple filling onto each dough circle.
5. Brush edges with egg wash, fold into half-moons, and crimp edges with a fork to seal.
6. Heat oil in a deep skillet to 350°F.
7. Fry pies in batches, 2–3 minutes per side, until golden brown.
8. Remove with slotted spoon and place on paper towel–lined rack.
9. Whisk powdered sugar, milk, and vanilla into a glaze.
10. Drizzle glaze over warm pies or dust with powdered sugar. Serve immediately.
Notes
Chill your dough before rolling for the flakiest texture.
Use a mix of tart and sweet apples for balanced flavor.
Let the filling cool completely before assembling to avoid soggy dough.
- Prep Time: 25 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Frying
- Cuisine: Southern / American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 pie
- Calories: 295
- Sugar: 17g
- Sodium: 150mg
- Fat: 14g
- Saturated Fat: 4g
- Unsaturated Fat: 8g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 39g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 2g
- Cholesterol: 25mg
Keywords: fried apple pies, easy dessert, southern recipes, fall baking, apple hand pies