Fried Sweet Potato Pies Recipe

Name: Fried Sweet Potato Pies
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 4-1/2 cups self-rising flour; 3 tablespoons sugar; 1/2 cup shortening; 2 large eggs; 3/4 cup 2% milk; 1-1/2 cups mashed sweet potatoes; 1 cup sugar; 1 large egg, lightly beaten; 2 tablespoons 2% milk; 2 tablespoons butter, melted; 1-1/2 tablespoons all-purpose flour; 1/2 teaspoon vanilla extract; Oil for deep-fat frying; Confectioners' sugar, optional

Servings: persons

4-1/2 cups self-rising flour
3 tablespoons sugar
1/2 cup shortening
2 large eggs
3/4 cup 2% milk
1-1/2 cups mashed sweet potatoes
1 cup sugar
1 large egg, lightly beaten
2 tablespoons 2% milk
2 tablespoons butter, melted
1-1/2 tablespoons all-purpose flour
1/2 teaspoon vanilla extract
Oil for deep-fat frying
Confectioners' sugar, optional

1
In a large bowl, combine flour and sugar; cut in shortening until mixture resembles coarse crumbs. Combine eggs and milk; add to crumb mixture, tossing with a fork until a ball forms. Cover and chill several hours.
2
In a large bowl, combine the seven filling ingredients; stir until smooth. Divide the dough into 25 portions. On a floured surface, roll each portion into a 5-in. circle. Spoon 1-1/2 tablespoons of filling on half of each circle. Moisten edges with water; fold dough over filling and press edges with a fork to seal.
3
In a cast-iron or electric skillet, heat 1 inch of oil to 375u00b0. Fry pies, in batches, until golden brown, 1 minute. Drain on paper towels. If desired, dust with confectioners' sugar. Store in the refrigerator.

905

kcal

Calories

Fat

165

Carbs

Protein

Fat Carbs Protein

* Per serving · 4 servings · Values may vary.

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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 14 ingredients. The key ingredients include: 4-1/2 cups self-rising flour, 3 tablespoons sugar, 1/2 cup shortening, 2 large eggs, and more.

Yes, Fried Sweet Potato 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.

Fried Sweet Potato Pies

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