Description
Indulge in these delicious Deep Fried Pecan Pies – crispy, flaky hand pies filled with a sweet and nutty pecan mixture. Perfect for a Southern-inspired dessert!
Ingredients
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Pecan Filling:
- 1 cup chopped pecans
- ½ cup light brown sugar (packed)
- ¼ cup corn syrup
- 2 tablespoons unsalted butter (melted)
- 1 large egg (lightly beaten)
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- ½ teaspoon cinnamon
- Pinch of salt
Additional:
- 1 package refrigerated pie crusts (2 crusts)
- Vegetable oil (for frying)
- Powdered sugar (for dusting)
Instructions
- Prepare the Pecan Filling: In a medium bowl, mix together chopped pecans, brown sugar, corn syrup, melted butter, egg, vanilla extract, cinnamon, and salt until well combined.
- Assemble the Pies: Roll out the pie crusts, cut into rounds, spoon pecan filling onto each round, fold in half, and seal edges with a fork.
- Fry the Pies: Heat oil to 350°F, fry pies for 2-3 minutes per side until golden brown, then drain on paper towels.
- Serve: Dust with powdered sugar and enjoy warm!
Notes
- Ensure edges are sealed well to prevent filling leakage.
- Best served warm; reheat in the oven for a crispy texture.
- Pair with vanilla ice cream for an extra treat.
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Deep Frying
- Cuisine: Southern American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 pie
- Calories: 310
- Sugar: 17g
- Sodium: 160mg
- Fat: 20g
- Saturated Fat: 6g
- Unsaturated Fat: 12g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 30g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 3g
- Cholesterol: 25mg
