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Peach Cobbler Donut Hand Pies

A delightful twist on traditional desserts, these Peach Cobbler Donut Hand Pies combine the sweet, fruity goodness of peach cobbler in a portable format, perfect for snacks or gatherings.
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Prep Time 30 minutes
Cook Time 15 minutes
Total Time 45 minutes
Servings: 12 pieces
Course: Dessert, Snack
Cuisine: American
Calories: 210
Ingredients Method Notes

Ingredients
  

Dough Ingredients
  • 2 cups all-purpose flour
  • 1/2 cup granulated sugar
  • 1 tablespoon baking powder
  • 1/2 teaspoon salt
  • 1/2 cup unsalted butter, cold and cubed Ensure butter is cold for a flakier crust.
  • 1/2 cup whole milk
  • 1 large egg
  • 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
Filling Ingredients
  • 2 cups fresh peaches, peeled and diced
  • 1/4 cup brown sugar
  • 1 teaspoon ground cinnamon
  • 1 tablespoon cornstarch
  • 1 tablespoon lemon juice
Glaze Ingredients
  • 1 cup powdered sugar
  • 2 tablespoons milk
  • 1/2 teaspoon vanilla extract
Other Ingredients
  • Vegetable oil, for frying

Method
 

Preparation
  1. In a mixing bowl, whisk together the flour, granulated sugar, baking powder, and salt.
  2. Cut in the cold butter using a pastry cutter or your fingertips until the mixture resembles coarse crumbs.
  3. In a small bowl, whisk together the milk, egg, and vanilla extract.
  4. Gradually add the wet ingredients to the dry ingredients, mixing gently until a soft dough forms. Do not overmix.
  5. In another bowl, combine the diced peaches, brown sugar, cinnamon, cornstarch, and lemon juice. Toss gently to coat and set aside.
Assembly
  1. On a lightly floured surface, roll out the dough to about 1/4 inch thickness.
  2. Using a round cutter (about 4 inches in diameter), cut out circles from the dough.
  3. Spoon about 1 to 2 tablespoons of the peach filling onto one half of each dough circle.
  4. Fold the dough over the filling to form a half-moon shape, and crimp the edges with a fork to seal.
Cooking
  1. Heat vegetable oil in a deep skillet or fryer to 350°F (175°C).
  2. Fry the hand pies in batches for 2-3 minutes per side or until golden brown.
  3. Remove and drain on paper towels.
Glazing
  1. In a small bowl, whisk together powdered sugar, milk, and vanilla extract to make the glaze.
  2. Drizzle the glaze over the warm hand pies and serve.

Notes

These hand pies can be enhanced with whipped cream or a scoop of vanilla ice cream. Store in an airtight container at room temperature for up to two days, or refrigerate for up to a week. Freezing is possible for up to three months. Reheat in the oven at 350°F or in a microwave.