Fried Pinchy Pies

2 Reviews

Prep: 5 min
Cook: 5 min
Ready In: 10 min

“I am obsessed with the thought of frying things on white bread, which led to being obsessed with the thought of frying things IN white bread. These fried peanut butter and jelly pinchy pies are the result.” - by Chef John

Ingredients

3 cups vegetable oil for frying
4 slices white bread
peanut butter
4 teaspoons any flavor fruit jelly
1 teaspoon confectioners' sugar, for dusting

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Original recipe yields 2 servings

Directions

Heat oil in a deep-fryer or large saucepan to 375 degrees F (190 degrees C).
Cut bread into 3 1/2-inch rounds using a round cutter.
Spread peanut butter into the center of 2 slices of bread, leaving 1/2-inch space around the border. Repeat with the jelly for the remaining 2 slices of bread.
Place 1 slice jelly bread and 1 slice peanut butter bread together and press down edges to form a seal. Repeat with remaining slices.
Place pies in preheated oil and cook until golden and crispy, about 2 minutes per side. Transfer to a plate lined with paper towels. Dust with powdered sugar and serve.

Nutrition

Amount Per Serving (2 total)

Calories
530 cal
27%

Fat
40.1 g
62%

Carbs
37.8 g
12%

Based on a 2,000 calorie diet

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garybrocato

May. 29, 2012

"Outstanding PP&J Pinchy Pies!! I tried it with thin sliced ham and various cheeses. All had their own pop, as it were; however, I found American cheese the best in my humble opinion...." See more"

tara

Dec. 1, 2012

"I love Chef John. I mean, seriously. How awesome is this guy? Pinchy Pies? You had me at Pinchy. I love the recipe, his cadence, and all his little jokes. Give this man his own show. :)..." See more"

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