Deep Fried Pecan Pies

 

Deep Fried Pecan Pies

Ingredients:

1 cup firmly packed light brown sugar

1/2 cup light corn syrup

2 large eggs

5 tablespoons butter

1/4 teaspoon salt

2 cups chopped pecans

1 teaspoon vanilla extract

2 (14.1-ounce) packages Pillsbury refrigerated pie crusts

Vegetable oil for frying

Powdered sugar

Instructions:

In a medium saucepan, combine the brown sugar, corn syrup, eggs, butter, and salt.

Bring the mixture to a boil over medium heat, then reduce to a simmer and stir in the chopped pecans.

Simmer for about 6 minutes, then remove from heat and stir in the vanilla extract.

Let the pie crusts come to room temperature.

Unroll one on a lightly floured surface and cut out circles using a 4-inch cutter.

Re-roll the dough as needed until you have about 24 circles.

Place a heaping tablespoon of the pecan filling in the center of each dough circle.

Lightly moisten the edges with water, fold the crust over the filling, and crimp the edges with a fork to seal.

Repeat until all the dough and filling are used.

In a large Dutch oven, heat about 1 inch of vegetable oil to 350°F.

Fry the pies in batches for 1–2 minutes on each side until golden brown.

Drain the fried pies on paper towels and lightly dust with powdered sugar for a sweet finish.

Serve warm and enjoy these crispy, nutty treats!