Low Sodium Classic Fried Fruit Pie
Indulge in the comforting flavors of a timeless dessert with this Low Sodium Classic Fried Fruit Pie recipe. Perfect for those watching their sodium intake, this recipe features a buttery homemade pastry filled with a luscious blend of apples, pears, and tart dried cranberries, sweetened with hints of brown sugar and cinnamon. The dough is made with unsalted butter and a low-sodium baking powder, while the filling is naturally flavorful, eliminating the need for added salt. Fried to golden perfection in heartwarming, crispy hand-held pockets, these pies boast a flaky crust with a warm, cinnamon-spiced center. Ideal as a dessert or a snack, they’re sure to satisfy your nostalgic sweet tooth while remaining mindful of your nutritional needs. Serve them warm, and enjoy a bite-sized burst of comfort food heaven!
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 2.5 cups All-purpose flour
- 0.75 cup Unsalted butter
- 6 tablespoons Ice water
- 1 teaspoon Low-sodium baking powder
- 2 tablespoons Granulated sugar
- 0.25 teaspoon Salt substitute (optional)
- 2 cups Apples (peeled, cored, and diced)
- 1 cup Pears (peeled, cored, and diced)
- 0.5 cup Dried cranberries
- 1 teaspoon Ground cinnamon
- 1 tablespoon Lemon juice
- 0.25 cup Brown sugar
- 2 cups Vegetable oil
Instructions
In a large bowl, combine the flour, low-sodium baking powder, and granulated sugar. Add the unsalted butter and use a pastry cutter or your fingers to mix until the mixture resembles coarse crumbs.
Gradually add ice water, a tablespoon at a time, mixing gently until the dough holds together. Form the dough into a ball, wrap it in plastic wrap, and refrigerate for at least 30 minutes.
In a medium saucepan over medium heat, combine apples, pears, dried cranberries, ground cinnamon, lemon juice, and brown sugar. Cook, stirring occasionally, until the fruits are soft and the mixture is thick, about 10 minutes. Remove from heat and let cool.
On a floured surface, roll the chilled dough to about 1/8-inch thickness and cut into 6-inch circles.
Place approximately 2 tablespoons of fruit filling onto the center of each circle. Fold the dough over the filling to create a semicircle, pressing the edges firmly to seal. Use a fork to crimp the edges.
In a large, deep pan, heat the vegetable oil to 350°F (175°C). Carefully place the pies into the hot oil, frying in batches, and cook for 3-5 minutes on each side or until golden brown.
Remove the pies from the oil using a slotted spoon and drain on paper towels.
Allow the pies to cool slightly before serving. Enjoy your delicious, low sodium fried fruit pies!
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
6104 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 494.2 g | 634% | |
| Saturated Fat | 102.3 g | 512% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 268.8 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 186 mg | 62% | |
| Sodium | 63 mg | 3% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 438.4 g | 159% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 31.4 g | 112% | |
| Total Sugars | 171.6 g | ||
| Protein | 33.9 g | 68% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.0 mcg | 0% | |
| Calcium | 166 mg | 13% | |
| Iron | 15.4 mg | 86% | |
| Potassium | 2078 mg | 44% | |
*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.
