Indulge in a perfect fusion of sweet and savory flavors with these delectable goat cheese and apple empanadas. Enveloped in a golden, flaky crust, these mouthwatering hand pies combine the natural sweetness of crisp apples with the creamy tanginess of goat cheese. Whether you’re looking for a memorable appetizer, dessert or snack, these empanadas are sure to tantalize your taste buds.
Goat Cheese & Brown Sugar-Cinnamon Apple Empanadas
Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 20 minutes
Total Time 35 minutes
Servings 10
Calories 129 kcal
Ingredients
- 2 cups canola oil for frying
- 10-12 discs empanada dough homemade or store bought
- 6 oz. goat cheese crumbled
- 3 gala apples or apples of choice, peeled, cut into 1/4 –inch cubes
- 1/2 stick salted butter
- 2 Tbsp. brown sugar plus more for sprinkling
- 1 tsp. cinnamon plus more for sprinkling
Instructions
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In small, deep pot, heat 2 cups oil to 375 degrees F.
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In sauté pan over medium heat, heat butter. Once melted, stir in brown sugar to combine. Add apples and cinnamon. Sauté 3-4 minutes until softened. Remove pan from heat.
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To empanada disc, add about 2 tablespoons apple filling and some goat cheese crumbles. Fold in half and crimp edges to seal dough.
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To fry pot with hot oil, carefully add small batches of empanadas (2-3 at a time) and fry about 60-90 seconds until golden brown. Repeat for all.
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If desired, sprinkle cinnamon and sugar over finished empanadas.
Recipe Notes
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Nutrition Facts
Goat Cheese & Brown Sugar-Cinnamon Apple Empanadas
Amount Per Serving
Calories 129
Calories from Fat 72
% Daily Value*
Fat 8g12%
Saturated Fat 5g25%
Trans Fat 0.2g
Polyunsaturated Fat 0.3g
Monounsaturated Fat 2g
Cholesterol 20mg7%
Sodium 105mg4%
Potassium 70mg2%
Carbohydrates 11g4%
Fiber 2g8%
Sugar 9g10%
Protein 3g6%
Vitamin A 348IU7%
Vitamin C 3mg4%
Calcium 36mg4%
Iron 0.5mg3%
* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2000 calorie diet.
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