Description
Indulge in these delightful Fried Peach Pies, filled with a sweet peach mixture and enveloped in a flaky crust, finished with a delicious vanilla glaze. Perfect for dessert or a sweet treat any time of day!
Ingredients
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Pie Crust:
- 2 cups all-purpose flour
- 1 teaspoon salt
- ¼ cup cold unsalted butter
- ¼ cup butter-flavored shortening
- ½ cup cold water
Peach Filling:
- 16 oz frozen sliced peaches
- ½ cup granulated sugar
- 1 tablespoon light brown sugar
- 1 tablespoon unsalted butter
- 2–3 teaspoons fresh lemon juice
- 1–2 teaspoons cornstarch (if needed)
Vanilla Glaze:
- 1 cup powdered sugar
- 2 tablespoons milk
- ½ teaspoon vanilla extract
- Pinch of salt
Instructions
- Make the Pie Crust:
- In a large bowl, sift together flour and salt.
- Cut in butter and shortening until the mixture resembles large crumbs.
- Add cold water and stir until a dough begins to form.
- Turn the dough out onto a work surface and knead until you have a soft, uniform ball (the dough may be crumbly at first).
- Cut the dough into 8 equal pieces and roll into balls.
- Place the dough balls on a baking sheet, press into discs, cover, and refrigerate for about 30 minutes or until ready to use.
- Make the Peach Filling:
- In a large saucepan, combine frozen peaches, granulated sugar, and brown sugar. Toss to coat.
- Bring to a simmer over medium heat until the peaches are tender enough to mash.
- Mash the peaches, leaving some in small chunks.
- Simmer until thickened and juices have dissolved, then stir in butter and lemon juice.
- If needed, stir in cornstarch to thicken. Remove from heat and let cool completely.
- Make the Glaze:
- In a bowl, mix powdered sugar and milk until smooth (add more milk if necessary).
- Stir in a pinch of salt and vanilla extract. Set aside.
- Assemble and Fry the Pies:
- Roll each dough ball into a 5-6 inch circle.
- Place 2 tablespoons of peach filling in the center.
- Fold the dough over the filling, pressing the edges firmly to seal.
- Trim edges with a pizza cutter and crimp with a fork.
- Heat oil in a deep-fryer or skillet to 350°F (175°C).
- Fry 2-3 pies at a time until lightly golden, about 3-4 minutes (flip if needed).
- Place fried pies on a cooling rack.
- Brush one side with glaze, let harden, then brush again.
- Serve:
- Enjoy the fried peach pies once the glaze has set.
Notes
- For extra flavor, consider adding cinnamon or nutmeg to the peach filling.
- Make sure to let the oil heat properly to avoid soggy pies.
- Prep Time: 30 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 mins
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Frying
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 pie
- Calories: 230
- Sugar: 14g
- Sodium: 200mg
- Fat: 10g
- Saturated Fat: 4g
- Unsaturated Fat: 4g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 32g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 2g
- Cholesterol: 15mg