Peach Cobbler Donut Hand Pies: A Delicious Twist on a Classic Favorite

Peach cobbler is a beloved Southern dessert known for its juicy peaches and sweet, cinnamon-spiced topping. Donut hand pies are portable, single-serving pastries that combine the joy of a donut with the convenience of a pie. When you bring these two treats together, you get Peach Cobbler Donut Hand Pies — flaky, golden, fruit-filled delights with a perfect balance of crispiness, softness, and sweetness.

If you love peach cobbler and crave something fun and handheld, these peach cobbler donut hand pies are the perfect recipe to try. This article will guide you through the step-by-step process of making these delightful treats from scratch.

Ingredients You’ll Need

For the Peach Filling:

3 cups fresh peaches (peeled and diced) — or canned peaches, drained
½ cup granulated sugar
2 tablespoons brown sugar
1 teaspoon vanilla extract
1 teaspoon ground cinnamon
½ teaspoon ground nutmeg (optional)
1 tablespoon lemon juice
1 tablespoon cornstarch (to thicken the filling)

For the Donut Dough:

2 ½ cups all-purpose flour
2 ¼ teaspoons (1 packet) active dry yeast
½ cup warm milk (about 110°F / 43°C)
¼ cup granulated sugar
2 tablespoons unsalted butter, melted
1 large egg
½ teaspoon salt

For Frying and Finishing:

Vegetable oil (for frying)
Powdered sugar (for dusting)
Cinnamon sugar mix (optional)

Step-by-Step Method to Make Peach Cobbler Donut Hand Pies

Step 1: Prepare the Peach Filling

In a medium saucepan, combine diced peaches, granulated sugar, brown sugar, cinnamon, nutmeg, lemon juice, and vanilla extract.
Heat over medium heat, stirring occasionally, until the peaches start to release juice and the mixture begins to simmer.
In a small bowl, mix cornstarch with 2 tablespoons of water until smooth.
Stir the cornstarch slurry into the peach mixture and cook for another 2-3 minutes until thickened.
Remove from heat and let the filling cool completely.