Sweet Potato Pies, Fried - Master Cookbook Recipe # 483

Name: Sweet Potato Pies, Fried - Master Cookbook Recipe # 483
Prep time: 20 min
Cook time: 15 min
Total time: 35 min
Yield: 6-8
Cuisine: Southern
Ingredients: 2 large Sweet potatoes (cooked and whipped); 1/4 cup Salted butter; 1/2 cup Granulated sugar; 1/4 tsp Cinnamon (optional); 1 recipe Fried Pie Dough (Master Cookbook Recipe # 429); 1/2 cup Butter (for frying); Corn oil (for frying); Cinnamon sugar (for coating)

There is nothing quite like a traditional Southern fried pie, and these sweet potato versions are a true nostalgic treat. Featuring a smooth, buttery sweet potato filling tucked inside a crisp, golden crust, these hand pies are finished with a sweet cinnamon-sugar coating. They are perfect for a snack on the go or a delightful dessert that tastes just like home.

This is recipe #483 in Tammy’s Master Cookbook.

Prep time: 20 minCook time: 15 minTotal time: 35 min

Cook mode Prevent screen from turning off

Ingredients

2 large Sweet potatoes (cooked and whipped)
1/4 cup Salted butter
1/2 cup Granulated sugar
1/4 tsp Cinnamon (optional)
1 recipe Fried Pie Dough (Master Cookbook Recipe # 429)
1/2 cup Butter (for frying)
Corn oil (for frying)
Cinnamon sugar (for coating)

Instructions

Prepare Filling: Whip your cooked sweet potatoes with 1/4 cup butter, sugar, and cinnamon until the mixture is smooth and fluffy.
Assemble: Place a large heaping tablespoon of the sweet potato filling in the center of a rolled-out piece of pie dough.
Seal: Fold the dough over to create a half-moon shape. Lightly wet the edges of the dough with water, then press them firmly together with the tines of a fork to seal.
Heat the Oil: Fill a skillet with about 1 inch of corn oil and preheat it. Add the 1/2 cup of butter to the oil for extra flavor.
Fry: Carefully place the pies into the skillet. Fry until the bottom is golden brown, then flip to brown the other side.
Finish: While the pies are still warm, roll them in or sprinkle them generously with cinnamon sugar. Place them on a wire cooling rack to stay crisp.

Notes

Tammy's Tips: When frying these pies, keep a close eye on your temperature to ensure the crust gets golden and crispy without burning the butter in the skillet. If you have leftovers, these pies crisp up beautifully in an air fryer for a quick snack later on. Making sure your edges are well-sealed with a fork is the secret to keeping that delicious filling from leaking out during the frying process!