Hot Pocket and Fried Pie Dough

Craft the perfect pastry foundation with this versatile Hot Pocket and Fried Pie Dough recipe, designed for both savory and sweet creations. This easy, buttery dough combines simple pantry staples—like all-purpose flour, unsalted butter, and the tangy kick of apple cider vinegar—for incredible flakiness and texture. Whether you’re craving golden-baked hot pockets filled with hearty ingredients or crispy, indulgent fried pies bursting with fruit fillings, this dough adapts effortlessly. With a quick 20-minute prep and minimal chilling time, it’s a go-to for busy home cooks. Elevate your homemade pastries with this melt-in-your-mouth dough that’s perfect for any occasion!

Nutriscore Rating: 52/100

Prep Time:20 mins

Cook Time:10 mins

Total Time:30 mins

Servings: 8

Ingredients

• 3 cups all-purpose flour
• 1.5 sticks unsalted butter
• 0.5 teaspoons salt
• 1 tablespoon granulated sugar
• 0.75 cups cold water
• 1 teaspoon apple cider vinegar

Directions

Step 1

In a large mixing bowl, combine the all-purpose flour, salt, and granulated sugar. Stir until evenly mixed.

Step 2

Cut the cold unsalted butter into small cubes and add them to the flour mixture.

Step 3

Using a pastry cutter or your fingertips, work the butter into the flour mixture until it resembles coarse crumbs. Be careful not to overmix; small lumps of butter are ideal for flakiness.

Step 4

In a separate small bowl or measuring cup, mix the cold water and apple cider vinegar.

Step 5

Gradually drizzle the water-vinegar mixture over the flour mixture, 1 tablespoon at a time, stirring gently with a fork after each addition. Stop adding water once the dough just comes together. The mixture should be moist but not sticky.

Step 6

Turn the dough out onto a lightly floured surface and knead gently a few times to bring it together. Flatten the dough into a disc, wrap it in plastic wrap, and chill in the refrigerator for at least 30 minutes before rolling out.

Step 7

For hot pockets: Roll out the dough to about 1/8-inch thickness. Cut into rectangles of your desired size. Add your savory filling of choice, fold the dough over, and press the edges to seal using a fork.

Step 8

For fried pies: Roll out the dough to about 1/8-inch thickness. Cut into circles using a cookie cutter or a small bowl. Add your sweet filling of choice, fold the dough over, and press the edges to seal using a fork.

Step 9

Cook according to your recipe: Bake hot pockets in a preheated oven at 375°F (190°C) for 25-30 minutes or until golden brown. Fry pies in 350°F (175°C) oil for 3-5 minutes on each side or until golden brown.

Step 10

Cool slightly before serving. Enjoy your homemade hot pockets or fried pies!

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	(726.2g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	2583.1

Total Fat 147.5g	0%
Saturated Fat 84.5g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat g
Cholesterol 372mg	0%
Sodium 1216.7mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 287.3g	0%
Dietary Fiber 9.8g	0%
Total Sugars 13.3g
Protein 38.4g	0%

Vitamin D 0IU	0%
Calcium 92.7mg	0%
Iron 16.7mg	0%
Potassium 425.5mg	0%

*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.

Source of Calories

Fat: 50.5%

Protein: 5.8%

Carbs: 43.7%