Fried pie fillings
Fried pie fillings are the sweet or savory centers of fried pies, often featuring fruit like apple, cherry, or peach, or savory options like meat and vegetables. They are a staple in Southern U.S. cuisine, where they are encased in dough and deep-fried until golden.
🍽️ Nutrition at a glance
Fried pie fillings are typically high in carbohydrates and sugar, especially fruit-based versions, and can be high in fat if the filling includes added oils or is part of a fried pastry. A typical serving provides quick energy from sugars and may offer some vitamins from fruit, with a rough calorie range of 150-250 kcal per filling alone.
Nutrition breakdown
| Calories | 180 kcal |
| Protein | 0.5 g |
| Carbs | 42 g |
| Fat | 0.2 g |
| Fiber | 1.5 g |
| Sugar | 34 g |
| Sodium | 10 mg |
| Vitamin C | 3 mg |
| Potassium | 100 mg |
| Manganese | 0.1 mg |
| Vitamin K | 2 mcg |
| Copper | 0.05 mg |
| Vitamin B6 | 0.03 mg |
| Iron | 0.3 mg |
| Magnesium | 6 mg |
Per 1/2 cup (130 g) of apple pie filling · estimated, varies by recipe
💡 What's interesting
Culturally, fried pies are a beloved comfort food in the American South, often associated with state fairs and family gatherings. Nutritionally, the frying process can increase calorie density, but fruit fillings can still retain some fiber and antioxidants.
