Howdy folks! We’re baking up a storm today. Get your forks ready for Apple Empanadas with Cinnamon Sugar, made either in the air fryer or the traditional oven. These pockets of delight are sweet, crisp on the outside and soft on the inside. They’re great for cozy family dinners, potlucks, or spoiling yourself on a lazy Sunday. Your guests will be over the moon with this fruity, spicy treat. Why, you ask? For starters, these hand pies are brimming with divine autumn flavors – think apples, cinnamon and sugar packed into a buttery, flaky pastry. Believe it or not, they’re also pretty simple to whip up. Don’t worry if you’re an amateur in the kitchen, you’re going to nail it!
Now let’s talk meal prep. Below are the nitty-gritty details:
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Total Time: 35 minutes
- Servings: 10 empanadas
- Yield: 10 servings
Got your ingredients ready? Let’s get down to the deets, starting with the ingredients and equipment you’ll need.
Ingredients & Equipment You’ll Need
- 2 Granny Smith apples
- 1/4 cup of sugar
- 1 tablespoon of cinnamon
- 10 small dough circles
- 1 egg (for egg wash)
Equipment:
- Air fryer or Oven
- Cutting board
- Rolling pin
The hero of this dish is undoubtedly the Granny Smith apples. Their tartness beautifully contrasts the sweetness from the sugar. Cinnamon, with its warmth and spice, ties it all together. If you can’t find Granny Smiths, any tart variety would work.
How To Make Apple Empanadas With Cinnamon Sugar | Made In The Air Fryer Or Oven
- First, preheat your air fryer or oven to 400��F.
- While that’s heating up, chop up your granny smith apples into small cubes.
- In a bowl, combine your apple cubes, cinnamon and sugar.
- Place a scoop of this filling onto each dough circle.
- Fold each circle in half, press the edges with a fork to seal them.
- Brush the empanadas with the egg wash.
- Once the air fryer or oven is ready, bake them for about 15 minutes or till they turn a lovely golden brown.
Tips For The Best Results
- Make sure your dough is chilled before you start working with it. It’ll make your empanadas extra flaky.
- Don’t overfill the empanadas. It’ll become difficult to seal them and the filling might spill out during baking.
Storage Tips
- Store your leftover empanadas in an airtight container. They’ll last about a week in the fridge and up to 2 months in the freezer.
Frequently Asked Questions
Q: Can I use other fruits for this recipe?
A: Absolutely! Peaches, berries, or even pears would be great substitutes.
Q: Are these empanadas vegan?
A: Only if you use a vegan-friendly dough and replace the egg wash with a plant-based milk wash.
Nutritional Facts of Apple Empanadas With Cinnamon Sugar
Each Empanada has approximately 110 calories, 23g carbs, 2g protein, 2g fat, and 12g sugar.
In summary, our Apple Empanadas with Cinnamon Sugar are mouthwateringly good. They’re the perfect dessert to end a meal or a tasty accompaniment to your afternoon tea. Just remember to enjoy them warm, that’s when they’re the tastiest. Now, off you go to bake your heart out!
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