Fried Dried Peach Pies

Indulge in the nostalgic charm of Fried Dried Peach Pies, a delightful Southern-inspired treat that's perfect for satisfying your sweet tooth. This recipe combines the natural sweetness of dried peaches, simmered to perfection and spiced with a hint of cinnamon, with a buttery, flaky homemade pastry. Each hand pie is lovingly filled and fried to golden-brown perfection, creating a crispy, tender shell that envelopes the luscious peach filling. With straightforward steps and pantry staples, these portable desserts are ideal for potlucks, picnics, or a cozy family dessert. Serve them warm or at room temperature for a taste of rustic comfort that will have everyone asking for seconds. Keywords: fried peach hand pies, Southern dessert recipe, homemade pastry, dried peach filling, easy fried pies.

Nutriscore Rating: 44/100

Prep Time:45 mins

Cook Time:20 mins

Total Time:65 mins

Servings: 8

Ingredients

• 2 cups Dried peaches
• 0.5 cups Granulated sugar
• 0.5 teaspoons Ground cinnamon
• 2 cups All-purpose flour
• 0.75 cups Unsalted butter, cold and cubed
• 0.25 teaspoons Salt
• 5 tablespoons Ice water
• 2 cups Vegetable oil (for frying)

Directions

Step 1

In a medium saucepan, combine the dried peaches and enough water to just cover them. Bring the mixture to a boil, then reduce the heat to low and simmer for 15–20 minutes, or until the peaches are soft.

Step 2

Drain the peaches, reserving about 2 tablespoons of the cooking liquid. Place the peaches and reserved liquid back into the saucepan and mash them using a fork or potato masher until they form a slightly chunky paste.

Step 3

Stir in the granulated sugar and ground cinnamon, then set the peach filling aside to cool completely.

Step 4

To prepare the pastry, whisk together the all-purpose flour and salt in a large mixing bowl. Cut in the cold, cubed butter using a pastry cutter or your fingertips until the mixture resembles coarse crumbs.

Step 5

Gradually add in the ice water, 1 tablespoon at a time, gently mixing until the dough comes together. Be careful not to overwork the dough.

Step 6

Divide the dough into 8 equal portions, roll them into balls, and then flatten each into a disk. Wrap the dough disks in plastic wrap and refrigerate for 20 minutes.

Step 7

On a lightly floured surface, roll each dough disk into a 6-inch circle. Place about 2 tablespoons of the peach filling onto one side of each circle, leaving a bit of space along the edge.

Step 8

Fold the dough in half over the filling to form a semicircle. Press the edges firmly to seal, then crimp them using a fork to ensure no filling escapes while frying.

Step 9

In a deep skillet or heavy-bottomed saucepan, heat the vegetable oil over medium heat until it reaches 350°F (175°C).

Step 10

Carefully fry the pies in batches, turning occasionally, until golden brown on both sides, about 3–4 minutes per batch. Use a slotted spoon to remove the pies from the oil and transfer them to a paper towel-lined plate to drain.

Step 11

Let the pies cool slightly before serving. Enjoy warm or at room temperature!

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	1541.6 grams (1541.6g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	7723

Total Fat 622.90g	799%
Saturated Fat 160.20g	801%
Polyunsaturated Fat NaNg
Cholesterol 388mg	129%
Sodium 655mg	28%
Total Carbohydrate 580.20g	211%
Dietary Fiber 45.10g	161%
Total Sugars 349.20g
Protein 42.90g	86%

Vitamin D 88IU	438%
Calcium 320mg	25%
Iron 19mg	103%
Potassium 3922mg	83%

*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.

Source of Calories

Fat: 69.2%

Protein: 2.1%

Carbs: 28.7%