Easy Recipe for Fried Apple Pies

Fried apple pies are a delicious and easy-to-make dessert that is perfect for any occasion. They are made with a simple pie crust filled with fresh apples and fried until golden brown. This recipe is perfect for beginners and is sure to be a hit with everyone who tries it.

Ingredients

• 1 cup all-purpose flour
• 1 teaspoon sugar
• 1/2 teaspoon salt
• 1/2 cup (1 stick) cold unsalted butter, cut into small pieces
• 1/4 cup ice water
• 2 large apples, peeled, cored, and thinly sliced
• 1 tablespoon sugar
• 1 teaspoon ground cinnamon
• 1/4 teaspoon ground nutmeg
• 1/4 cup all-purpose flour
• 1/4 cup vegetable oil

Instructions

1. In a large bowl, whisk together the flour, sugar, and salt.
2. Add the butter and use your fingers to work it into the flour mixture until it resembles coarse crumbs.
3. Add the ice water and mix until the dough just comes together.
4. Form the dough into a ball, wrap it in plastic wrap, and refrigerate for at least 30 minutes.
5. Preheat the oven to 375 degrees F (190 degrees C).
6. Roll out the dough on a lightly floured surface to a 12-inch circle.
7. Cut the dough into 6 equal pieces.
8. Place a heaping tablespoon of apple filling in the center of each dough circle.
9. Fold the edges of the dough over the filling and crimp to seal.
10. Place the pies on a greased baking sheet and bake for 20-25 minutes, or until the crust is golden brown and the filling is bubbling.
11. Let the pies cool slightly before serving.

FAQ

• Q: What if don’t have a deep fryer?
• A: You can also bake the fried apple pies in the oven. Preheat the oven to 375 degrees F (190 degrees C) and bake the pies for 20-25 minutes, or until the crust is golden brown and the filling is bubbling.
• Q: What kind of apples should use?
• A: You can use any kind of apples for this recipe, but recommend using a variety that is tart and crisp. Some good options include Granny Smith apples, Honeycrisp apples, and Pink Lady apples.
• Q: How can make the fried apple pies ahead of time?
• A: You can make the fried apple pies ahead of time and freeze them for later. To do this, let the pies cool completely and then wrap them individually in plastic wrap. Place the wrapped pies in a freezer-safe bag and freeze for up to 3 months. When you are ready to eat the pies, thaw them overnight in the refrigerator and then bake them according to the instructions.
• Q: What is the best way to serve fried apple pies?
• A: Fried apple pies are best served warm with a scoop of vanilla ice cream. You can also top them with whipped cream or caramel sauce.

Pros

• Fried apple pies are delicious and easy to make.
• They are a perfect dessert for any occasion.
• They can be made ahead of time and frozen for later.

Tips

• To make the dough easier to work with, chill it for at least 30