Deep Fried Strawberry Cheesecake Pies (Print Format)
Crisp golden hand pies filled with creamy cheesecake and strawberries, finished with a sweet glaze. Easy, crowd-pleasing dessert.
# Ingredients:
→ Pie Ingredients
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½ teaspoon vanilla
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¼ cup sugar
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Canned strawberry pie filling
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Refrigerated pie crust
→ Sugar Glaze Ingredients
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½ cup powdered sugar
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1 teaspoon corn syrup
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1 tablespoon water
→ Cheesecake Filling
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4 oz cream cheese, softened
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¼ cup sugar
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½ teaspoon vanilla
# Steps:
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Fill a heavy dutch oven or heavy bottom pot 4-5 inches deep with vegetable oil. Use an oil or candy thermometer to monitor the temperature. Heat oil to 375°F. Ensure the oil is not too cold or too hot to avoid excess absorption or burning.
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In a medium bowl, add vanilla, sugar, and cream cheese. Blend together using a hand mixer until smooth.
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Roll out the refrigerated pie crust. Use a 5-6 inch bowl to trace round shapes. Cut using a knife. If necessary, roll out the dough further to cut out 6 total rounds.
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Add a heaping tablespoon of cream cheese filling and 2 tablespoons of strawberry pie filling to the center of each pie crust round. Brush water on the edges of the crust using your fingers, fold over, and crimp edges to seal.
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Combine powdered sugar, corn syrup, and water in a small bowl. Mix thoroughly and set aside.
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Carefully deep fry one hand pie at a time in the hot oil for 2-3 minutes, or until the crust is a deep golden brown. Remove and place on a paper towel to drain excess oil.
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Using a pastry brush, coat both sides of each hand pie with the prepared glaze. Place on a baking sheet or cooling rack to set.
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Repeat frying and glazing with the remaining hand pies. Serve immediately for best results.
# Tips:
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Ensure the oil reaches 375°F before frying to guarantee evenly cooked hand pies.