Fried Pies Recipe
Letha's Fried Pies out of West Fork, AR. Ask your server for available flavors. Served with vanilla ice cream.
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Ingredients
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Dough
Filling
Frying
Serving
Method
Dough Preparation
- 1
Mix Dry Ingredients
In a large bowl, whisk together the all-purpose flour, granulated sugar, salt, and baking powder until well combined.
- 2
Cut in Butter
Add the unsalted butter to the flour mixture and use a pastry cutter or your fingers to cut it into the flour until it resembles coarse crumbs.
- 3
Add Wet Ingredients
Pour in the whole milk and vanilla extract. Stir until the dough comes together. If it's too sticky, add a bit more flour.
- 4
Chill the Dough
Wrap the dough in plastic wrap and refrigerate for at least 30 minutes.
Filling Preparation
- 5
Prepare the Filling
In a medium bowl, combine the fruit filling with cinnamon and sugar if desired. Mix well and set aside.
Frying
- 6
Heat the Oil
In a large, deep skillet, heat the vegetable oil over medium-high heat until it reaches 350°F (175°C).
- 7
Roll Out the Dough
On a floured surface, roll out the chilled dough to about 1/8 inch thick. Cut into circles using a biscuit cutter or a glass.
- 8
Add Filling
Place a tablespoon of filling in the center of each dough circle. Fold the dough over to create a half-moon shape, and press the edges to seal. Use a fork to crimp the edges for a decorative touch.
- 9
Fry the Pies
Carefully place a few pies in the hot oil, being careful not to overcrowd the pan. Fry for about 2-3 minutes on each side or until golden brown. Remove with a slotted spoon and drain on paper towels.
Serving
- 10
Serve Warm
Serve the fried pies warm with a scoop of vanilla ice cream on the side.
