Description
Deep Fried Pecan Pies are a Southern-inspired handheld dessert featuring a gooey pecan filling encased in crispy, golden pie crust. Perfect for holidays or indulgent treats.
Ingredients
- 2 pie crusts (store-bought or homemade)
- 1/2 cup brown sugar
- 1/2 cup corn syrup (or maple syrup as variation)
- 2 tbsp butter, melted
- 2 eggs, beaten
- 1 tsp vanilla extract
- 3/4 cup chopped pecans
- Vegetable oil, for frying
- Powdered sugar, for dusting (optional)
Instructions
- In a bowl, mix brown sugar, corn syrup, melted butter, beaten eggs, vanilla extract, and chopped pecans until well combined.
- Roll out the pie crusts and cut into 4–5 inch circles.
- Place a spoonful of filling in the center of each circle, avoiding overfilling.
- Fold each circle in half and press edges with a fork to seal tightly.
- Heat oil in a deep skillet or fryer to 350°F (175°C).
- Fry pies in batches for 2–3 minutes per side or until golden brown.
- Transfer to paper towel-lined plate to drain excess oil.
- Dust with powdered sugar before serving, if desired.
Notes
- Use maple syrup for a deeper flavor alternative.
- Add cinnamon for a warm twist.
- Mini chocolate chips can be added for variation.
- Crescent dough can be substituted for pie crust.
- Seal edges well to prevent leaking during frying.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 pie
- Calories: 320
- Sugar: 18g
- Sodium: 160mg
- Fat: 20g
- Saturated Fat: 5g
- Unsaturated Fat: 13g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 32g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 4g
- Cholesterol: 45mg
