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Fried Lemon and Apple Pies

Cultural Context

Fried pies are a beloved treat in American cuisine, often found at fairs and festivals. They reflect the resourcefulness of home cooks who used leftover fruit and dough to create delightful snacks. These pies combine tart lemons and sweet apples, encased in a flaky crust, making them a favorite for gatherings and casual snacking. Today, variations abound, with fillings ranging from berries to chocolate, showcasing their versatility and enduring popularity.

AmericanUSdessert
60 min
medium
6 servings
Servings4
2 cups homemade Apple or Lemon filling
2 cups pie crust
4 cups hot oil
1/2 cup butter
1 teaspoon vanilla
1/2 cup almond glaze

Quantities are estimated based on standard recipes for your convenience. The actual ingredients used in this video are accurate.

butter

🥗Healthier: coconut oil

💰Cheaper: margarine

Coconut oil offers a healthier fat option.

powdered sugar

🥗Healthier: stevia

💰Cheaper: granulated sugar

Stevia reduces calories while maintaining sweetness.

all-purpose flour

🥗Healthier: whole wheat flour

💰Cheaper: none

Whole wheat flour adds fiber and nutrients.

vegetable oil

🥗Healthier: canola oil

💰Cheaper: none

Canola oil is a heart-healthy alternative.

1

Make a homemade Apple or Lemon filling and prepare pie crust.

2

Seal the filling inside the pie crust.

3

Fry the sealed pies in hot oil until golden brown.

4

Glaze the fried pies with a butter vanilla almond glaze and let cool until the icing sets.

Cooking Techniques

mixingkneadingrollingfrying

Equipment Needed

mixing bowlsrolling pinpastry cutterskilletforkwhisk

Spice Level:

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Dietary

vegetarian

Allergens

milkeggswheat

Also Known As

Lemon Apple Hand PiesFried Fruit Pies

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