Deep-Fried Cherry Pies

• 1 cup all-purpose flour
• 1/4 teaspoon baking powder
• 1/4 teaspoon salt
• 2 tablespoons shortening
• 1/3 cup boiling water
• 1 cup cherry pie filling
• Oil for deep-fat frying
• 1/4 cup maple syrup
• 1/4 cup whipped topping

1. In a small bowl, combine the flour, baking powder and salt. Cut in shortening until mixture resembles coarse crumbs. Stir in water just until moistened. Turn onto a lightly floured surface; knead 8-10 times.
2. Divide dough into four portions; roll each into an 8-in. circle. Place 1/4 cup of pie filling in the center of each circle. Fold dough over filling; secure with toothpicks.
3. In an electric skillet or deep fat-fryer, heat 1 in. of oil to 375u0b0. Fry pies, folded side down, in oil for 2-3 minutes or until lightly browned. Turn and fry 2-3 minutes longer. Drain on paper towels. Remove toothpicks. Serve with syrup and whipped topping.

flour, baking powder, salt, shortening, boiling water, cherry pie filling, maple syrup, whipped topping

Taken from www.tasteofhome.com/recipes/deep-fried-cherry-pies/ (may not work)