Description
These baked apple empanadas are a delightful dessert featuring a flaky crust filled with a sweet, spiced apple mixture. Easy to make and perfect for fall gatherings.
Ingredients
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Filling:
- 2 cups peeled and finely chopped apples (such as Granny Smith)
- 2 tablespoons unsalted butter
- ¼ cup brown sugar
- 1 tablespoon granulated sugar
- 1 teaspoon ground cinnamon
- ¼ teaspoon ground nutmeg
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 1 tablespoon all-purpose flour
- 1 tablespoon lemon juice
Crust:
- 1 package refrigerated pie crusts (2 crusts), softened
- 1 egg, beaten (for egg wash)
- coarse sugar, for sprinkling
Instructions
- Preheat the oven: Preheat oven to 375°F (190°C) and line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
- Prepare the filling: In a skillet, melt butter and combine apples, sugars, spices, vanilla, flour, and lemon juice. Cook until apples are softened and mixture thickens.
- Assemble empanadas: Roll out pie crusts, cut circles, place filling, fold, seal, and place on baking sheet.
- Bake: Brush empanadas with egg wash, sprinkle with sugar, and bake for 18–22 minutes until golden brown.
- Serve: Allow to cool slightly before serving.
Notes
- Enjoy warm with vanilla ice cream.
- Filling can be made ahead and refrigerated for up to 2 days.
- For a flakier crust, chill assembled empanadas before baking.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 empanada
- Calories: 210
- Sugar: 11g
- Sodium: 120mg
- Fat: 11g
- Saturated Fat: 5g
- Unsaturated Fat: 5g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 26g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 2g
- Cholesterol: 25mg
