Cherry pie bombs are an easy dessert and so much fun to make. The best part is that they are much easier to assemble compared to a traditional cherry pie, but have the same amazing taste.
Fill a 2 to 3 quart heavy-bottomed saucepan a little over ½ way with vegetable oil. You will want this deep enough to cover the dough balls completely. Set it aside.
Open the can of biscuits and divide each biscuit in half by pulling apart the “flakey” layers at the center. Use your fingers or a rolling pin to flatten the biscuit dough. Don’t roll the dough out thin - just flatten it.
Place 1 tablespoon of cherry pie filling in the center of the dough circle.
Pinch the edges of the dough together to ensure it does not come apart while frying. Once you have pinched the edges, gently roll the ends under into more of a ball shape.
Heat the oil to precisely 325°F and maintain this temperature throughout frying.
Using a slotted metal spoon, carefully lower the dough balls into the oil, cooking 2-3 at a time. Use the slotted spoon to roll the balls around in the oil to ensure they do not stick or burn. Fry the dough balls until all sides are golden brown, about 5 minutes.
Be sure to constantly monitor the oil temperature and adjust accordingly. Too hot and you will burn the dough, too low and it will not cook evenly.
Carefully lift the pie bombs out of the oil and transfer them to a plate with several sheets of paper towels to absorb excess oil. Continue frying the rest of the pie bombs.
In a small bowl, whisk together the powdered sugar, milk, and corn syrup until smooth to make a sugar glaze.
Toss each dough ball in the glaze to coat, lift form the mixture and allow the excess to drip off, then set aside on parchment paper or a cooling rack to set.
Serve immediately or allow the glaze to dry (about 10 minutes) and then serve.
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Notes
Storage: These bite-sized treats are best when they are fresh. Keep them in an airtight container on the counter for 2 days. To freeze, assemble and transfer to a freezer bag for up to 3 months. Fry directly from frozen. They will take a little longer to cook. Notes: The corn syrup gives the glaze a nice sheen and helps it to set, but you can omit if desired. Only fry 2-3 bombs at a time so the pot doesn't get overcrowded. To use regular biscuits, use one per pie bomb. These will cook quicker. Turn the pie bombs often while frying since they are heavier on the sealed size, this helps them fry evenly. Cooking them at 325 degrees makes sure they don't over brown before the inside is cooked through. Pie dough can be used in place of biscuits. The cook time will vary, and should be fried at 350 degrees. Seal the filled biscuits well so they don't ooze out while frying.