Baked Empanadas
These Baked Empanadas are a versatile and delicious addition to any meal plan, perfect for appetizers, snacks, or main courses. Enjoy the crispy, flaky goodness with every bite.
- Prep Time: 25 minutes
- Cook Time: 25 minutes
- Total Time: 50 minutes
- Yield: 8 servings 1x
- Category: Desserts
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Ingredients
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- 1/4 cup ice water
- 1 egg (for egg wash)
- 1/2 tsp salt
- 2 cups all-purpose flour
- Filling of your choice (e.g., ground beef, chicken, cheese, vegetables)
- 1/2 cup unsalted butter, cold and cubed
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C).
- In a large bowl, combine the flour and salt. Add the cold, cubed butter and use a pastry cutter or your fingers to mix until the mixture resembles coarse crumbs.
- Gradually add the ice water, mixing until the dough just comes together. Be careful not to overwork the dough.
- On a lightly floured surface, roll out the dough to about 1/8 inch thick. Use a round cutter or a glass to cut out circles of dough.
- Place a spoonful of your chosen filling in the center of each dough circle. Fold the dough over to enclose the filling and press the edges together to seal.
- In a small bowl, beat the egg and brush it over the top of each empanada.
- Arrange the empanadas on a baking sheet lined with parchment paper. Bake in the preheated oven for 20-25 minutes, or until the empanadas are golden brown.
- Allow the empanadas to cool slightly before serving.
Nutrition
- Calories: 220
- Sugar: 1g
- Sodium: 150mg
- Fat: 11g
- Saturated Fat: 7g
- Carbohydrates: 25g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 4g
- Cholesterol: 40mg