Fried Cherry Walnut Pies Recipe

Name: Fried Cherry Walnut Pies
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: Vegetable oil, for frying; 1 cup granulated sugar; 2/3 cup light corn syrup; 1/3 cup butter, melted; 2 large eggs; 1 1/2 cups chopped walnuts; 1 teaspoon vanilla extract; 1/8 teaspoon salt; 1/2 cup finely chopped dried cherries; Flour, for dusting; 2 premade pie crusts; 1 egg yolk, beaten; Confectioners' sugar, for garnish

Servings: persons

Vegetable oil, for frying
1 cup granulated sugar
2/3 cup light corn syrup
1/3 cup butter, melted
2 large eggs
1 1/2 cups chopped walnuts
1 teaspoon vanilla extract
1/8 teaspoon salt
1/2 cup finely chopped dried cherries
Flour, for dusting
2 premade pie crusts
1 egg yolk, beaten
Confectioners' sugar, for garnish

1
In a Dutch oven or deep fryer, pour the oil to a depth of 5 inches.
2
Heat the oil over medium heat to 350 degrees F.
3
In a cold medium saucepan, combine the granulated sugar, corn syrup, melted butter, and eggs.
4
Stir in the walnuts, vanilla, and salt.
5
Bring to a boil over medium heat.
6
Reduce the heat, and simmer for 10 minutes.
7
Stir in the cherries.
8
Cool for 20 minutes.
9
On a lightly floured surface, unroll 1 pie crust.
10
Cut circles from the dough using a 4-inch cutter.
11
Re-roll and cut circles from the dough scraps.
12
Stack the dough circles between pieces of wax paper.
13
Repeat the procedure with the remaining pie crusts.
14
Place 1 pie crust circle on a flat surface.
15
Lightly brush the edges of the crust with beaten egg yolk.
16
Place 1 heaping tablespoon of walnut mixture in the center of the circle.
17
Fold the dough over the filling, pressing the edges to seal.
18
Repeat with the remaining rounds and walnut mixture.
19
Fry the pies, in batches, until lightly browned, about 1 minute per side.
20
Drain on paper towels.
21
Lightly dust with confectioners' sugar, if desired.

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* Per serving · 4 servings · Values may vary.

Tips for the best results

Read through all the steps once before you start and measure out your ingredients first — it makes everything go more smoothly.
Preheat the oven fully and bake on the middle rack for the most even results.
Check for doneness a few minutes early — a toothpick in the center should come out with just a few moist crumbs.
Let it cool before slicing so it sets properly and holds its shape.
Store leftovers in an airtight container in the fridge and enjoy within a few days.

Variations & substitutions

Use a neutral oil or a plant-based spread in place of butter for a dairy-free version.
Brown sugar instead of white sugar adds a deeper, more caramel-like flavor.
Leave out the nuts to make it nut-free, or swap in seeds for a similar crunch.
A good 1:1 gluten-free flour blend works well if you need a gluten-free version.

No specific allergen information. Please check the ingredient list for possible allergens.

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This recipe makes 4 servings. You can adjust the portion size directly on this page.

You need 13 ingredients. The key ingredients include: Vegetable oil, for frying, 1 cup granulated sugar, 2/3 cup light corn syrup, 1/3 cup butter, melted, and more.

Yes, Fried Cherry Walnut Pies falls under the Baking & Desserts category and is a great choice for this type of meal.

Store in an airtight container at room temperature for up to 3–5 days. For longer storage, freeze for up to 3 months — no need to refrigerate or reheat.

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Fried Cherry Walnut Pies

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Variations & substitutions

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