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Chocolate Fried Hand Pies Close up view of stacked chocolate-filled hand pies on a simple plate, highlighting the flaky, buttery layers and the rich, molten chocolate filling inside, small pastry flakes scattered on the plate adding realism, soft diffused light illuminating the surface, shallow depth of field blurring the background for a dramatic focus on the texture and sheen of the chocolate, capturing the warmth, indulgence, and handcrafted detail of homemade desserts, perfect for editorial or social media food photography.

Chocolate Fried Hand Pies

Flaky buttermilk crust wraps a rich, creamy chocolate pudding for the ultimate indulgent treat.
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Prep Time 30 minutes
Cook Time 10 minutes
Chill 2 hours
Total Time 2 hours 40 minutes
Servings: 8
Course: Dessert, Snack
Cuisine: American
Calories: 320
Ingredients Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

  • Chocolate Pudding Filling
  • ½ cup Dutch unsweetened cocoa powder for rich chocolate flavor
  • 1-⅛ cup sugar adjust to taste for sweetness
  • ⅓ cup cornstarch to thicken pudding
  • ¾ teaspoon salt balances sweetness
  • 1-½ cups whole milk for creaminess
  • 1-½ cups half & half adds rich texture
  • 2 teaspoons pure vanilla extract enhances chocolate flavor
  • 2 tablespoons unsalted butter for silkiness
  • ¼ cup semisweet chocolate chips optional chocolate chunks
  • Buttermilk Crust
  • 4 cups all-purpose flour for structure
  • 4 tablespoons granulated sugar slightly sweet crust
  • ¼ teaspoon baking powder lightens dough
  • 1 teaspoon salt balances flavors
  • 1-⅓ cup vegetable shortening keeps crust flaky
  • 1 cup buttermilk adds tenderness and tang
  • 2 large eggs beaten (binds dough)
  • 2 tablespoons water if dough is too stiff

Method
 

  1. Whisk together cocoa, sugar, cornstarch, and salt in a medium saucepan. prep
  2. Cook over medium heat, stirring constantly until mixture thickens and begins to boil. prep
  3. Stir in butter, vanilla, and chocolate chips until fully melted and smooth. mix
  4. Transfer pudding to a bowl and press plastic wrap directly onto the surface. Chill in refrigerator for 2–3 hours. prep
  5. Whisk eggs with buttermilk and pour into dry ingredients. Stir until a dough ball forms. mix
  6. If dough is too stiff, add up to 1 tablespoon water to reach proper consistency. prep
  7. Roll out dough to ⅛-inch thickness and cut desired shapes using cookie cutters. prep
  8. Place 2–3 tablespoons of chilled pudding onto each dough piece. Brush edges with water, then cover with a second dough piece and press edges, crimping with a fork. assemble
  9. Heat oil to 365°F. Fry pies for 1-½ minutes per side until golden brown. finish
  10. (Optional) Brush tops with beaten egg or milk and bake at 425°F for 20–22 minutes until golden brown. finish

Nutrition

Serving: 120ServingCalories: 320kcalCarbohydrates: 45gProtein: 4gFat: 15gSaturated Fat: 6gPolyunsaturated Fat: 2gMonounsaturated Fat: 5gCholesterol: 45mgSodium: 180mgPotassium: 140mgFiber: 3gSugar: 25gVitamin A: 150IUCalcium: 80mgIron: 1mg

Notes

These Chocolate Fried Hand Pies are pure indulgence: creamy pudding in a golden, flaky crust perfect for sharing or savoring all to yourself.

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