Classic Fried Apple Pies – Crispy, Flaky, and Filled with Homemade Apple Goodness
Nothing says comfort like a warm, Fried Apple Pie straight from the skillet. With a buttery, tender crust and a spiced apple filling that’s sweet, gooey, and fragrant, these little hand pies are a timeless treat. Made with a simple dough and fried to golden perfection, they’re finished with a drizzle of vanilla glaze for the perfect balance of crunch and sweetness. 🍎🥧
Ingredients
For the Dough
- 1⅛ cups all-purpose flour
- ¼ teaspoon salt
- ⅛ teaspoon baking powder
- ¼ cup shortening
- ⅓ cup milk
For the Apple Filling
- Chopped apples (about 2–3 medium apples)
- Brown sugar, to taste
- Ground cinnamon, to taste
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- Cornstarch mixed with a little water (to thicken)
For the Glaze
- Powdered sugar
- Milk
- Vanilla extract
