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Pumpkin Empanadas

Irresistibly Cozy Pumpkin Empanadas You'll Love

Enjoy delightful pumpkin empanadas this fall, featuring a flaky crust and spiced filling. A cozy treat perfect for any occasion!
Prep Time 30 minutes
Cook Time 25 minutes
Chill Time 1 hour
Total Time 1 hour 55 minutes
Servings: 12 empanadas
Course: Dessert
Cuisine: American, Mexican
Calories: 200

Ingredients
  

Dough
  • 2 cups All-Purpose Flour
  • 2 tablespoons Granulated Sugar
  • 1 tablespoon Baking Powder
  • 1 teaspoon Salt
  • 1 cup Cold Butter cubed
  • 6 tablespoons Ice Cold Water
Filling
  • 2 cups Pumpkin Puree
  • ½ cup Brown Sugar
  • 1 teaspoon Cinnamon
  • ½ teaspoon Cloves
Topping
  • 1 Egg for wash
  • 2 tablespoons Granulated Sugar for topping

Equipment

  • mixing bowl
  • saucepan
  • Rolling Pin
  • cookie cutter
  • whisk
  • baking sheet

Method
 

Preparation Steps
  1. In a large mixing bowl, whisk together the all-purpose flour, granulated sugar, baking powder, and salt. Rub in the cold butter until the mixture resembles coarse cornmeal.
  2. Slowly add ice-cold water, mixing just until a shaggy dough forms. Shape the dough into a disk, wrap in plastic, and chill in the refrigerator for at least 1 hour.
  3. In a saucepan over medium heat, combine the pumpkin puree, brown sugar, cinnamon, cloves, and a pinch of salt. Cook for about 5-7 minutes until thick.
  4. After chilling, roll out the dough to about ⅛-inch thick, and use a 4-inch round cutter to cut out circles. Add about 1 tablespoon of filling in each, fold, and crimp the edges.
  5. Preheat oven to 375°F. Arrange empanadas on a baking sheet. Brush with egg wash and sprinkle with sugar. Bake for 20-25 minutes until golden brown.
  6. Let cool slightly on a wire rack, then serve warm.

Nutrition

Serving: 1empanadaCalories: 200kcalCarbohydrates: 25gProtein: 2gFat: 10gSaturated Fat: 6gPolyunsaturated Fat: 1gMonounsaturated Fat: 3gCholesterol: 37mgSodium: 150mgPotassium: 90mgFiber: 1gSugar: 5gVitamin A: 800IUVitamin C: 1mgCalcium: 15mgIron: 1mg

Notes

Serve warm, perhaps with caramel sauce or spiced chai tea. Ideal for gatherings or as cozy treats!

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