Southern Fried Peach Pies

Indulge in the sweet nostalgia of the South with these irresistible Southern Fried Peach Pies! Featuring a buttery, flaky homemade dough and a luscious peach filling infused with cinnamon, nutmeg, and vanilla, these hand pies are the perfect blend of crisp and juicy. Each golden-brown pie is fried to perfection, giving you that classic, satisfying crunch with every bite. The warm peach filling, made from fresh peaches simmered to tender perfection, bursts with summery sweetness. For an extra touch of indulgence, dust them with powdered sugar before serving. Ready in under an hour, these fried peach pies are a true celebration of Southern comfort food, ideal for desserts, snacks, or any occasion that calls for a taste of homemade bliss!

Nutriscore Rating: 57/100

Prep Time:40 mins

Cook Time:15 mins

Total Time:55 mins

Servings: 6

Ingredients

• 4 medium Fresh peaches
• 0.33 cup Granulated sugar
• 2 tablespoons Brown sugar
• 0.5 teaspoon Ground cinnamon
• 0.125 teaspoon Ground nutmeg
• 1 teaspoon Vanilla extract
• 2 cups All-purpose flour
• 1 teaspoon Baking powder
• 1 tablespoon Granulated sugar (for dough)
• 0.25 teaspoon Salt
• 0.33 cup Butter (cold, cubed)
• 0.5 cup Whole milk
• 2 cups Vegetable oil
• 2 tablespoons Powdered sugar (optional, for dusting)

Directions

Step 1

Peel, pit, and finely dice the peaches, then place them in a medium-sized saucepan.

Step 2

Add 1/3 cup granulated sugar, 2 tablespoons brown sugar, ground cinnamon, ground nutmeg, and vanilla extract to the saucepan. Stir to combine.

Step 3

Cook the peach mixture over medium heat, stirring occasionally, until the peaches are soft and the mixture thickens (about 8–10 minutes). Remove from heat and let it cool.

Step 4

In a large bowl, combine the flour, baking powder, 1 tablespoon sugar, and salt. Whisk to mix.

Step 5

Cut the cold butter into the flour mixture using a pastry cutter or your fingers until the mixture resembles coarse crumbs.

Step 6

Slowly add the milk, stirring until the dough comes together. If the dough is too sticky, sprinkle in a little more flour.

Step 7

Turn the dough out onto a floured surface. Knead gently, then roll it out to about 1/4-inch thickness.

Step 8

Using a 4–5 inch round cutter (or a bowl), cut out circles of dough. Gather and re-roll scraps as needed.

Step 9

Place about 2 tablespoons of the cooled peach filling in the center of each dough circle. Fold the dough over to form a half-moon shape. Press the edges together, then crimp with a fork to seal.

Step 10

Heat the vegetable oil in a deep skillet or saucepan over medium heat to 350°F (175°C).

Step 11

Carefully place the pies into the hot oil in small batches. Fry for 2–3 minutes per side, or until golden brown and crispy.

Step 12

Remove the pies with a slotted spoon and place them on a plate lined with paper towels to drain excess oil.

Step 13

Repeat with the remaining pies.

Step 14

Optional: Dust the fried pies with powdered sugar before serving.

Step 15

Serve warm and enjoy!

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	(1611.2g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	5772.7

Total Fat 489.4g	0%
Saturated Fat 102.3g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat 268.9g
Cholesterol 184.3mg	0%
Sodium 1105.8mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 363.9g	0%
Dietary Fiber 16.3g	0%
Total Sugars 168.5g
Protein 34.9g	0%

Vitamin D 53.7IU	0%
Calcium 264.3mg	0%
Iron 13.0mg	0%
Potassium 1636.4mg	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: 73.4%

Protein: 2.3%

Carbs: 24.3%