Description
Sweet Southern Fried Apple Pies bring nostalgic comfort from grandmother’s kitchen to your plate. Crisp pastry pockets filled with spiced fruit create a delightful dessert you’ll savor with pure Southern charm.
Ingredients
Scale
Pie Crust:
- 2 boxes (14.1 ounces/400 grams each) refrigerated pie crust
Filling:
- 1 can (21 ounces/595 grams) peach pie filling
- 1 teaspoon cinnamon
Glaze and Egg Wash:
- 2.5 cups (300 grams) powdered sugar
- 1/4 cup (60 milliliters) milk
- 1 egg white, beaten
Instructions
- Prepare the filling by dicing the pie filling into small, uniform pieces using a fork and knife. Incorporate cinnamon thoroughly, ensuring even distribution throughout the mixture. Let the filling rest to allow flavors to meld.
- Gently unroll the pie crusts and use a 4-inch biscuit cutter to create precise circular shapes. Collect and re-roll any remaining dough scraps to maximize usage.
- Position a measured portion of filling at the center of each pie crust circle. Carefully fold the dough over to create a half-moon shape, pressing edges together firmly to seal completely.
- Crimp the sealed edges using fork tines, creating a decorative and secure border. Delicately puncture the top of each pie once with a fork to allow steam to escape during baking.
- Whisk egg white until it becomes light and frothy. Gently brush the egg white over the surface of each prepared pie, creating a golden sheen.
- Arrange pies on a parchment-lined baking sheet. Bake at 425°F for approximately 15 minutes, or until the pies achieve a rich, golden-brown color.
- While pies are baking, prepare the glaze by whisking powdered sugar and milk until smooth and free of lumps.
- Once baked, carefully remove pies from the oven. Using two forks, gently dip each warm pie into the glaze, ensuring complete coverage.
- Transfer glazed pies back to the parchment paper. Allow the glaze to set for 5 minutes, creating a delicate, sweet coating.
Notes
- Customize the filling by swapping peaches with fresh apples or mixed berries for a delightful flavor variation.
- Use homemade pie filling for a richer, more authentic taste that elevates the entire dessert experience.
- Prevent soggy crusts by ensuring the filling isn’t too wet and sealing edges completely with a fork.
- Create a dairy-free version by substituting milk in the glaze with almond or coconut milk for a lighter alternative.
- Prep Time: 25 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Category: Desserts, Snacks
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 8
- Calories: 280
- Sugar: 18 g
- Sodium: 170 mg
- Fat: 12 g
- Saturated Fat: 4 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 6 g
- Trans Fat: 0 g
- Carbohydrates: 39 g
- Fiber: 1 g
- Protein: 2 g
- Cholesterol: 0 mg