Peach Fried Pie

Peach Fried Pie is a classic American dessert, particularly popular in the Southern United States, featuring a sweet peach filling encased in a flaky, golden-brown pastry crust that is deep-fried or pan-fried. The filling typically consists of sliced or diced peaches, sugar, and warm spices like cinnamon or nutmeg, sometimes thickened with cornstarch or flour. It is often served warm, sometimes dusted with powdered sugar or served with a scoop of vanilla ice cream.

🍽️ Nutrition at a glance

Peach Fried Pie is a high-carb and high-fat dessert due to its sugary fruit filling and fried pastry crust. It provides quick energy from carbohydrates and some fat, with small amounts of vitamins and minerals from the peaches, but is generally considered an indulgent treat rather than a nutrient-dense food. A single serving can range from 300 to 500 calories, depending on size and preparation.

Nutrition breakdown

Calories	380 kcal
Protein	3 g
Carbs	52 g
Fat	18 g
Fiber	2 g
Sugar	30 g
Sodium	250 mg
Vitamin C	6 mg
Potassium	180 mg
Iron	1.5 mg
Calcium	20 mg
Vitamin A	150 IU
Niacin (B3)	1.2 mg
Vitamin E	1.5 mg
Magnesium	15 mg

Per 1 piece (approx. 120 g) · estimated, varies by recipe

💡 What's interesting

Culturally, the Peach Fried Pie is a staple of Southern U.S. comfort food and state fair cuisine, often associated with summer and peach season. Nutritionally, while the peaches offer some vitamin C and potassium, the frying process adds significant fat and calories, making it a classic example of a delicious but less-healthy traditional dessert.