Deep-Fried Cherry Pies

Name: Deep-Fried Cherry Pies
Ingredients: 1 cup all-purpose flour; 1/4 teaspoon baking powder; 1/4 teaspoon salt; 2 tablespoons shortening; 1/3 cup boiling water; 1 cup cherry pie filling; Oil for deep-fat frying; 1/4 cup maple syrup; 1/4 cup whipped topping

9 ingredients

3 steps

Ingredients

1 cup all-purpose flour
1/4 teaspoon baking powder
1/4 teaspoon salt
2 tablespoons shortening
1/3 cup boiling water
1 cup cherry pie filling
Oil for deep-fat frying
1/4 cup maple syrup
1/4 cup whipped topping

Directions

1

In a small bowl, combine the flour, baking powder and salt. Cut in shortening until mixture resembles coarse crumbs. Stir in water just until moistened. Turn onto a lightly floured surface; knead 8-10 times.
2

Divide dough into four portions; roll each into an 8-in. circle. Place 1/4 cup of pie filling in the center of each circle. Fold dough over filling; secure with toothpicks.
3

In an electric skillet or deep fat-fryer, heat 1 in. of oil to 375°. Fry pies, folded side down, in oil for 2-3 minutes or until lightly browned. Turn and fry 2-3 minutes longer. Drain on paper towels. Remove toothpicks. Serve with syrup and whipped topping.