Description

Golden, crisp, and brimming with juicy apple filling, these Simple Fried Apple Pies are the classic comfort treat you didn’t know you were craving! Each bite bursts with a cinnamon-kissed apple center wrapped in a flaky, perfectly fried crust. They’re quick to make, family-friendly, and simply irresistible—perfect for cozy weekends, potlucks, or a sweet after-dinner surprise. This easy recipe is a great option for quick breakfast, easy dessert, snack ideas, and fun breakfast or dinner treats. Enjoy with ice cream for the ultimate comfort food experience!

Ingredients

2 medium apples, peeled, cored, and diced (about 1 1/2 cups)

1/4 cup granulated sugar

1/2 teaspoon ground cinnamon

1/8 teaspoon ground nutmeg

1 tablespoon lemon juice

1 tablespoon water

1 teaspoon cornstarch

1 package pie dough (or 2 homemade pie dough rounds)

2 to 2 1/2 cups vegetable oil, for frying

Powdered sugar, for dusting (optional)

Instructions

1. Peel, core, and finely dice the apples.

2. In a skillet over medium heat, combine apples, sugar, cinnamon, nutmeg, lemon juice, and water. Cook for 4-6 minutes, stirring often, until apples are tender but not mushy.

3. Stir in cornstarch and cook for another minute until thickened. Remove from heat and let cool.

4. On a floured surface, roll out the pie dough to 1/8-inch thickness. Cut into 8 rounds, about 4-5 inches wide.

5. Spoon 2 tablespoons of apple filling onto the center of each dough circle. Fold in half and press edges to seal. Crimp edges with a fork.

6. Heat vegetable oil in a deep skillet to 350°F (175°C). Carefully fry 2-3 pies at a time for 2-3 minutes per side until golden brown.

7. Drain pies on paper towels. Dust with powdered sugar if desired and serve warm.

Notes

For the crispiest texture, don’t overcrowd the pan when frying—work in batches.

You can use homemade or store-bought pie dough; both work well.

Let pies cool slightly before serving—they’ll be hot inside!

Prep Time: 20 minutes
Cook Time: 15 minutes
Category: Dessert, Snack
Method: Fried
Cuisine: American

Nutrition

Serving Size: 1 pie
Calories: 225
Sugar: 10g
Sodium: 160mg
Fat: 10g
Saturated Fat: 2g
Unsaturated Fat: 7g
Trans Fat: 0g
Carbohydrates: 33g
Fiber: 2g
Protein: 2g
Cholesterol: 0mg

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