Mini Fried Apple Pies
Crispy, golden, and bursting with warm cinnamon-spiced apple goodness, Mini Fried Apple Pies are the ultimate handheld dessert for any occasion. These adorable treats feature a velvety filling made from tender Granny Smith apples, sweetened with a blend of granulated and brown sugar, and infused with cozy flavors of cinnamon and nutmeg. Encased in buttery premade pie dough and fried to perfection, these mini pies are irresistibly flaky and deliciously rich. Whether dusted with a touch of powdered sugar or served as-is, they’re an indulgent twist on a classic apple pie. Perfect for sharing, these easy-to-make pies come together in just 40 minutes, making them an ideal dessert for fall gatherings, holiday parties, or any time a bite-sized treat is in order.
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 2 Granny Smith apples
- 50 grams Granulated sugar
- 25 grams Brown sugar
- 1 teaspoon Ground cinnamon
- 0.25 teaspoon Ground nutmeg
- 15 grams All-purpose flour
- 60 milliliters Water
- 1 package Premade refrigerated pie dough
- 500 milliliters Vegetable oil
- 15 grams Powdered sugar (optional, for dusting)
Instructions
Peel, core, and dice the Granny Smith apples into small cubes.
In a medium saucepan over medium heat, combine the diced apples, granulated sugar, brown sugar, ground cinnamon, ground nutmeg, and water. Stir well.
Cook the apple mixture for about 8-10 minutes, occasionally stirring, until the apples begin to soften.
Sprinkle the all-purpose flour into the apple mixture and stir to thicken. Cook for an additional 2-3 minutes until the mixture becomes thick and glossy. Remove from heat and let it cool completely.
Roll out the premade refrigerated pie dough on a lightly floured surface. Using a round cutter (about 4 inches in diameter), cut circles out of the dough. Re-roll scraps if needed to yield more circles.
Place about 1-1.5 tablespoons of the cooled apple filling onto the center of each dough circle.
Fold the dough circles in half to form a crescent, enclosing the filling. Press the edges together firmly with your fingers, then seal them by pressing with a fork.
In a large, deep skillet or saucepan, heat the vegetable oil to 350°F (175°C). Ensure the oil is deep enough to submerge the pies.
Fry 2-3 pies at a time, cooking for about 2-3 minutes per side or until golden brown. Use a slotted spoon to remove the pies and place them on a plate lined with paper towels to drain excess oil.
Let the pies cool slightly. Dust them with powdered sugar if desired before serving. Enjoy warm or at room temperature!
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
6135 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 543.0 g | 696% | |
| Saturated Fat | 103.2 g | 516% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 284.0 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 0 mg | 0% | |
| Sodium | 2263 mg | 98% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 354.3 g | 129% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 15.7 g | 56% | |
| Total Sugars | 135.8 g | ||
| Protein | 27.8 g | 56% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.0 mcg | 0% | |
| Calcium | 125 mg | 10% | |
| Iron | 9.0 mg | 50% | |
| Potassium | 702 mg | 15% | |
*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.
