Description
Delight in these delicious stuffed cheesecake fried apple pies, featuring a creamy cheesecake filling paired with sweet apple pie filling, all encased in crispy, golden-fried pie dough. Perfect as a warm dessert topped with powdered sugar or a drizzle of caramel sauce.
Ingredients
Scale
Cheesecake Filling
- ½ cup cream cheese, softened
- 2 tbsp powdered sugar
Apple Filling
- 1 cup apple pie filling, chopped small
- ½ tsp cinnamon
Dough and Frying
- 1 package refrigerated pie dough (or biscuit dough)
- Oil for frying (vegetable or canola), enough for deep frying
- Optional: caramel sauce or extra powdered sugar for topping
Instructions
- Prepare the cheesecake filling: In a bowl, mix the softened cream cheese with powdered sugar until smooth and creamy. Set aside for later use.
- Prepare the dough circles: On a lightly floured surface, roll out the refrigerated pie dough. Using a cutter or a glass, cut the dough into 4 to 6-inch diameter circles to form the pie bases.
- Fill the pies: Place about 1 teaspoon of the cheesecake mixture and 1 tablespoon of the chopped apple pie filling onto the center of each dough circle. Sprinkle with ½ teaspoon cinnamon over the apple filling for added flavor.
- Seal the pies: Fold each dough circle in half over the filling to create a half-moon shape. Press the edges firmly and crimp with a fork to seal completely, preventing leaks during frying.
- Heat the oil: Heat oil in a deep skillet or fryer to 350°F (175°C), ensuring there is enough oil to submerge the pies for even frying.
- Fry the pies: Carefully place pies in the hot oil in batches, frying each side for 2 to 3 minutes or until they turn golden brown and crispy.
- Drain excess oil: Remove the fried pies with a slotted spoon and transfer them to paper towels to drain any excess oil.
- Serve: Serve the pies warm, dusted with powdered sugar or drizzled with caramel sauce according to your preference.
Notes
- Make sure the oil is at the correct temperature (350°F / 175°C) to ensure crispy pies that are not greasy.
- Do not overfill the pies, as this can cause leaking during frying.
- Use refrigerated pie dough for convenience, or substitute with biscuit dough if preferred.
- The pies are best enjoyed warm and fresh out of the fryer.
- Optional toppings like caramel sauce add extra sweetness and complement the apple and cheesecake flavors.
