Fried Pies – now I don’t know about you, but when I see a batch of those golden, sugary things on the kitchen counter, everything else just feels…unimportant.
And out of all the different kinds I’ve tried around (don’t get me started on gas station fried pies, some are weirdly awesome), nothing gets the family more excited than homemade Amish apple fry pies. Still, sometimes it feels tricky to find a recipe that actually works every single time.
If you’ve been searching for a surefire way to make these at home—plus a place to gab about recipe tweaks—then you’re in the right spot. Stick with me, friend, and you’ll be frying up pies like they came out of grandma’s own cupboard.
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Amish Apple Fry Pies
Let’s get it straight—Amish apple fry pies are something special. These are pie pockets, folks. We’re talking a flaky little hand pie, stuffed with sweet-tart apples wrapped up in tender pastry and, yes, deep-fried until the whole thing is golden and cheerful-looking. Not baking. Frying. There’s a subtle magic to that.
From my experience, there’s a little secret: you’ve got to cook your apple filling ahead of time or everything goes mushy or weirdly chewy. Usually, we peel a couple of tart apples, dice ‘em up, and toss with sugar, cinnamon, sometimes even a squeeze of lemon.
Simmer the whole mess in a skillet until juicy and thick—your whole house’ll smell like autumn, honestly.
Once your dough (store-bought or homemade, I hold no judgments) is rolled out, spoon in the cooled apples, fold, pinch the edges, and boom: ready for the fryer.
People always ask “Aren’t these hard?” and the answer is—nope, but don’t rush the sealing part, or you’ll regret it. That apple goodness needs to stay locked in there.
Now—here’s where things get rowdy. Once they’re fried up, toss them in cinnamon sugar or dust with a quick vanilla glaze. If you mess it up, just call it rustic. That’s what I do.
Our whole family LOVED these fried pies. They didn’t even make it to the table—we stood around the stove, eating them hot, laughing like crazy. Best dessert night memory in ages!
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Alright, so maybe apple’s not your thing or you wanna try something a little different.
Lucky for you, the fried pie possibilities are kinda endless. Some folks swear by peach filling in summer, or cherry if you’re craving something tangy and bright.
I’ve even seen people sneak some canned pie filling in there—no shame if you’re short on time.
If you’ve got a sweet tooth, try a fried chocolate pie (yes, that’s a thing, and yes, it’s outrageously rich).
Or maybe go savory with tiny hand-held chicken pot pies, just roll out biscuit dough, add your filling, fry ‘em up. Seriously, your imagination’s pretty much the only limit here.
My aunt Barb even tried a pumpkin version around Thanksgiving—total winner with the kids. So don’t be afraid to experiment.
Honestly, I’d say once you get the hang of the apple variety, it’s easy to swap fillings for whatever you’ve got at home. Apples, peaches, berries…heck, throw in some leftover pie dough, sprinkle with cinnamon sugar, and fry that too. Waste not.
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In the world of crowd-pleasing desserts, fried pies stay right up at the top. Every church bake sale, you’ll find ‘em disappearing before the potato salad does—kids and adults both sneaking an extra one to “save for later” (no one actually saves them).
Some flavors that really pack a punch are:
- Apple Fry Pies (obviously)—my number one
- Peach Fried Hand Pies—perfect for July when peaches are juicy
- Cherry Pocket Pies—the color is wild, the taste is tangy-sweet
- Chocolate Hazelnut Pies—a little gourmet, a lot decadent
Favorite thing? Fried pies are portable. Toss ‘em in a paper sack for road trips, backyard BBQs, or just a quick snack.
Easy to eat, no forks required. And for family get-togethers, put out a few different flavors—that way everyone fights over their favorite instead of just grabbing one no one wants.
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So there it is. My not-so-secret fried pies story for you. Whether you want Amish-style, something out-of-the-box, or just a reason to make a mess in the kitchen, fried pies are plain tasty.
Trust me, it’s worth it—even if you only do it once. If you want to get the full step-by-step experience or need extra tips, I’d say check out this detailed Amish Apple Fry Pie Recipe | NeighborFood that digs into all the tricks and steps you might want.
And, you know, don’t forget to grab a friend or two when it’s time to eat. Fried pies never last long around here.
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Amish Apple Fry Pies
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Total Time: 30 minutes
- Yield: 4 servings 1x
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Frying
- Cuisine: American
- Diet: Vegetarian
Description
Delicious homemade fried pies filled with sweet-tart apples, perfect for any occasion.
Ingredients
- 2 tart apples, peeled and diced
- 1/4 cup sugar
- 1/2 teaspoon cinnamon
- 1 tablespoon lemon juice
- 1 package of pie dough (store-bought or homemade)
- Oil for frying
- Cinnamon sugar or vanilla glaze for topping
Instructions
- In a skillet, combine diced apples, sugar, cinnamon, and lemon juice. Simmer until juicy and thick.
- Roll out pie dough and cut into circles.
- Spoon cooled apple filling onto the center of each dough circle.
- Fold the dough over the filling, pinch edges to seal securely.
- Heat oil in a deep pan. Fry the pies until golden brown.
- Dust with cinnamon sugar or glaze before serving.
Notes
Ensure the edges are well-sealed to keep the filling from leaking during frying. Experiment with different fillings for variety.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 pie
- Calories: 250
- Sugar: 12g
- Sodium: 150mg
- Fat: 10g
- Saturated Fat: 1g
- Unsaturated Fat: 7g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 35g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 2g
- Cholesterol: 0mg
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