Greek Fried Cheese Pies with Crispy Homemade Dough – No Mixer

These Greek fried cheese pies (tiropites) are irresistibly crispy on the outside and filled with creamy, melted cheese inside. The dough comes together in minutes — no mixer required — and the result is golden, crunchy perfection. Whether you serve them for breakfast, as a snack, or a quick appetizer, everyone will fall in love with these easy, rustic Greek pies.

Greek Fried Cheese Pies with Crispy Homemade Dough – No Mixer

Recipe by George Zolis

5.0 from 1 vote

Course: AppetizersCuisine: GreekDifficulty: Easy

Servings

8

servings

Prep time

20

minutes

Cooking time

15

minutes

Calories

350

kcal

Total time

35

minutes

Crispy Greek cheese pies fried to perfection with easy homemade dough. No mixer, minimal effort, and ready in just minutes!

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Ingredients

Metric US

• For the Dough

• 270 g 1 1/7 cup Lukewarm Water

• 500 g 4 cup All-purpose flour

• 1 tsp 1 tsp Salt

• 30 g 2 tbsp Olive Oil

• 1 tbsp 1 tbsp Vinegar

• For the Filling

• Crumbled Feta Cheese

• Melting Cheese

• For Frying

• Vegetable Oil

How to make Greek Fried Cheese Pies

• In a large bowl, combine lukewarm water, vinegar, salt, olive oil, and flour.
• Knead for about 3 minutes until a soft, smooth dough forms that doesn’t stick to your hands.
• Cover with a towel and let the dough rest for 20 minutes.
• Transfer the dough to a floured surface, knead briefly, and divide into balls of about 80 g (3 oz) each.
• Roll each ball into a thin round sheet.
• Add crumbled feta or your favorite cheese filling on one half.
• Fold into a half-moon shape and press the edges well to seal.
• Heat vegetable oil in a frying pan over medium heat.
• Fry the cheese pies on both sides until golden and crispy.
• Place on paper towels to absorb excess oil before serving.

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Crispy Greek Cheese Pies in Minutes

There’s nothing quite like the smell of freshly fried Greek cheese pies wafting through the kitchen. With a quick, no-mixer dough and a simple feta filling, these tiropites are perfect when you crave something warm, comforting, and cheesy.

The secret is in the dough — soft, elastic, and easy to work with, made with just flour, olive oil, water, salt, and a touch of vinegar for crispiness. Once fried, it puffs slightly and turns golden, with a crunchy exterior that gives way to creamy, melted cheese inside.

Tips for Perfect Fried Tiropites

• Use medium heat — too hot and the pies will brown too fast without cooking through.
• Seal the edges tightly with your fingers or a fork to prevent the cheese from leaking.
• Drain on paper towels to keep them light and crisp.

Serving Ideas

Serve these pies fresh and hot — they’re amazing with Greek yogurt, tzatziki, or even a drizzle of honey for a sweet-salty twist. They also make a fantastic snack for picnics, brunch, or kids’ lunchboxes.

These Greek fried cheese pies are proof that you don’t need complicated ingredients or equipment to make something delicious. With their crispy shell and melty cheese center, they’ll quickly become a family favorite.

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