Apple Empanadas

Delight your taste buds with these homemade Apple Empanadas—golden, flaky hand pies filled with a warm, spiced apple filling that's bursting with flavor. The buttery, melt-in-your-mouth empanada dough is made from scratch and perfectly complements the sweet and tangy filling of diced apples, cinnamon, and brown sugar. Each empanada is brushed with a glossy egg wash for a beautifully crisp finish and dusted with powdered sugar for a touch of sweetness. These bite-sized treats are ideal for dessert, snacks, or even breakfast with a cup of coffee. Simple yet impressive, this recipe is everything you need to add a cozy, homemade touch to any occasion. Plus, with just 45 minutes of prep time, your kitchen will soon be filled with the irresistible aroma of freshly baked apple pastries!

Nutriscore Rating: 63/100

Prep Time:45 mins

Cook Time:25 mins

Total Time:70 mins

Servings: 12

Ingredients

• 2.5 cups All-purpose flour
• 0.5 cup Unsalted butter
• 0.5 teaspoon Salt
• 0.25 cup Granulated sugar
• 0.5 cup Ice water
• 3 pieces Large apples
• 1 teaspoon Ground cinnamon
• 0.5 cup Brown sugar
• 1 tablespoon Cornstarch
• 1 teaspoon Vanilla extract
• 1 piece Egg
• 1 tablespoon Milk
• 0.25 cup Powdered sugar

Directions

Step 1

In a large bowl, combine flour, salt, and granulated sugar. Add the cold, diced butter and mix with a pastry cutter until the mixture resembles coarse crumbs.

Step 2

Slowly add ice water a tablespoon at a time, mixing until the dough forms a ball. Wrap in plastic and refrigerate for at least 30 minutes.

Step 3

Peel, core, and dice the apples. In a medium bowl, combine the apples, brown sugar, cinnamon, cornstarch, and vanilla extract. Mix well and set aside.

Step 4

Preheat the oven to 375°F (190°C) and line a baking sheet with parchment paper.

Step 5

Roll out the dough on a floured surface to about 1/8-inch thickness. Cut out 4-inch circles using a cookie cutter or the rim of a glass.

Step 6

Place about 1-2 tablespoons of the apple mixture in the center of each dough circle.

Step 7

Fold the dough over the filling to form a semi-circle and press the edges to seal. Use a fork to crimp the edges.

Step 8

In a small bowl, beat the egg with the milk. Brush this mixture over the top of each empanada.

Step 9

Place the empanadas on the prepared baking sheet and bake for 20-25 minutes or until golden brown.

Step 10

Allow the empanadas to cool slightly, then dust with powdered sugar before serving.

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	1257.1 grams (1257.1g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	2511

Total Fat 59.20g	76%
Saturated Fat 30.70g	154%
Polyunsaturated Fat 1.80g
Cholesterol 321mg	107%
Sodium 1323mg	58%
Total Carbohydrate 466.90g	170%
Dietary Fiber 22.80g	81%
Total Sugars 208.00g
Protein 39.40g	79%

Vitamin D 55IU	273%
Calcium 209mg	16%
Iron 16mg	90%
Potassium 1122mg	24%

*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.

Source of Calories

Fat: 20.8%

Protein: 6.2%

Carbs: 73.0%