attach thermometer to the side and heat oil to 360 degrees. fry pies two at a time until golden brown, about 3 minutes. pies will be delicate, so turn them very gently. if any of the pies fall apart, they will cause the oil to splatter.
5. using a slotted spoon, remove cooked pies from the pot and place on the rack. allow oil to drain for a minute, then carefully transfer hot pies to a shallow dish filled with the cinnamon sugar. spoon sugar over pies then return to rack. be careful, as pies will be incredibly hot and will crack if handled roughly.
6. if you prefer, you can bake 