fried apple or peach pies

We loved eating this, so much so my hubby told me not to lose this recipe.

 

 

INGREDIENTS 

For the filling:

 

2 cups of diced apples or peaches (peeled and cored)

 

1/2 cup granulated sugar

 

1 teaspoon ground cinnamon

 

1/4 teaspoon ground nutmeg

 

2 tablespoons all-purpose flour

 

1 tablespoon lemon juice

 

For the dough:

2 cups all-purpose flour

 

1/2 teaspoon salt

 

2/3 cup cold unsalted butter, cut into small cubes

 

6-8 tablespoons cold water

 

For frying:

 

Vegetable oil for frying

 

For dusting:

 

Powdered sugar (optional)

 

INSTRUCTIONS:

In a mixing bowl, combine the diced apples or peaches, sugar, cinnamon, nutmeg, flour, and lemon juice. Mix well and set aside to let the flavors meld.

 

In a separate bowl, prepare the dough. Mix the flour and salt, then cut in the cold butter using a pastry cutter or your fingers until the mixture resembles coarse crumbs.

Add cold water one tablespoon at a time until the dough comes together. Form it into a ball, wrap it in plastic wrap, and refrigerate for at least 30 minutes.

 

On a floured surface, roll out the chilled dough to about 1/8 inch thickness. Use a round cutter or a glass to cut out circles.

 

Place a spoonful of the prepared fruit filling onto one half of each dough circle, leaving a small border around the edges.

 

Fold the other half of the dough over the filling, creating a half-moon shape. Press the edges with a fork to seal.

 

Heat vegetable oil in a deep fryer or a large, deep pan to 350°F (175°C).

 

Carefully place the pies into the hot oil, frying for 2-3 minutes on each side or until golden brown.

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