Fried Apple or Peach Pies (Southern Hand Pies)

Fried Apple or Peach Pies (Southern Hand Pies)

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Make crispy Southern fried apple or peach pies at home with simple biscuit dough and a spiced fruit filling. A nostalgic handheld dessert ready in under…

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Cooking tools:

  • Deep-fry thermometer
  • Rolling pin
  • Cookie cutter
  • Pastry cutter
  • Peeler
  • Cooling rack
  • Chef's knife
  • Cutting board
  • Skillet
  • Saucepan
  • Stove
  • Mixing bowl
  • Whisk
  • Measuring cup
  • Measuring spoon
  • Spoon
  • Plate
  • Fork
  • Toothpick
  • Paper towel

Ingredients

  • 2 cups (250 g) all-purpose flour, plus more for dusting
  • 2 teaspoons baking powder
  • 1/2 teaspoon kosher salt
  • 1/4 cup (50 g) cold shortening
  • 3/4 cup (180 ml) whole milk
  • 2 1/2 cups (about 350 g) peeled and diced apples or peaches
  • 2 tablespoons unsalted butter
  • 1/2 cup (100 g) packed light brown sugar
  • 1 teaspoon ground cinnamon
  • 1/4 teaspoon ground nutmeg
  • 1 tablespoon cornstarch mixed with 2 tablespoons cold water
  • About 4 cups (960 ml) vegetable oil for frying
  • Powdered sugar or simple glaze for dusting

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