Description
Indulge in these delightful Deep Fried Pecan Pies – mini hand-held Southern treats with a crispy crust and a sweet, nutty filling. Perfect for a special dessert or a fun snack.
Ingredients
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Pecan Filling:
- 1 cup chopped pecans
- 1/2 cup brown sugar
- 1/4 cup corn syrup
- 1/4 teaspoon salt
- 1/2 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 1 tablespoon melted butter
- 1 egg, lightly beaten
Other Ingredients:
- 1 package refrigerated pie crusts (2 crusts)
- All-purpose flour for dusting
- Vegetable oil for frying
- Powdered sugar for dusting (optional)
Instructions
- Prepare the Pecan Filling: In a medium bowl, combine chopped pecans, brown sugar, corn syrup, salt, vanilla extract, melted butter, and beaten egg.
- Assemble the Pies: Roll out pie crusts, cut into circles, place pecan filling in the center, fold over, and seal the edges.
- Fry the Pies: Heat oil, fry pies until golden brown, drain on paper towels, and dust with powdered sugar.
Notes
- Best enjoyed warm.
- Freeze un-fried pies for future use.
- Experiment with bourbon or cinnamon in the filling for added flavor.
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Frying
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 mini pie
- Calories: 280
- Sugar: 14g
- Sodium: 160mg
- Fat: 18g
- Saturated Fat: 5g
- Unsaturated Fat: 11g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 27g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 3g
- Cholesterol: 30mg
