Description
These Stuffed Cheesecake Fried Apple Pies combine warm cinnamon-spiced apple pie filling with creamy cheesecake, all wrapped in golden, crispy dough. A decadent, handheld dessert that’s perfect for fall gatherings or when you’re craving something extra indulgent.
Ingredients
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For the Apple Pie Filling:
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2 cups diced apples (Granny Smith or Honeycrisp)
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2 tablespoons unsalted butter
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1/4 cup brown sugar
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1 teaspoon ground cinnamon
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1/2 teaspoon nutmeg
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1 teaspoon cornstarch dissolved in 1 tablespoon water
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1 teaspoon vanilla extract
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For the Cheesecake Filling:
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8 oz cream cheese, softened
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1/4 cup powdered sugar
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For Assembly & Frying:
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1 package refrigerated pie dough (or homemade pie crust)
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1 egg, beaten (for egg wash)
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Oil for frying (vegetable or canola)
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Optional: cinnamon sugar or powdered sugar for dusting
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Instructions
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Make the Apple Filling:
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In a skillet, melt butter over medium heat. Add apples, brown sugar, cinnamon, and nutmeg.
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Cook for 5–7 minutes until apples are soft. Stir in cornstarch slurry and cook until thickened.
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Remove from heat and stir in vanilla extract. Let cool.
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Prepare Cheesecake Filling:
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In a bowl, beat cream cheese and powdered sugar until smooth. Set aside.
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Assemble the Pies:
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Roll out pie dough and cut into 4–5 inch circles.
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Place 1 tsp cheesecake filling and 1–2 tsp apple filling in the center of each.
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Fold over, seal edges with a fork, and brush with egg wash.
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Fry the Pies:
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Heat oil to 350°F (175°C) in a deep skillet or fryer.
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Fry pies in batches for 2–3 minutes per side until golden brown.
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Drain on paper towels and dust with cinnamon sugar or powdered sugar.
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Notes
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Bake instead of frying at 375°F (190°C) for 20–25 minutes for a lighter version.
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Make fillings in advance and chill for easier assembly.
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Serve warm with caramel sauce or a scoop of vanilla ice cream.
- Prep Time: 30 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
