Apple Cinnamon and Brown Sugar Empanadas

Apple Cinnamon and Brown Sugar Empanadas are a delicious dessert that will satisfy your sweet tooth. These empanadas are made with a flaky pastry crust and filled with a warm and gooey apple cinnamon and brown sugar filling. This recipe is perfect for any occasion and is sure to impress your guests.

Ingredients (makes 12 empanadas):

- 2 cups all-purpose flour
- 1/2 tsp salt
- 1/2 cup unsalted butter, chilled and cubed
- 1/4 cup ice water
- 2 cups apples, peeled and diced
- 1/4 cup brown sugar
- 1 tsp cinnamon
- 1 egg, beaten
- 1 tbsp granulated sugar

To make the pastry crust, combine the flour and salt in a large bowl. Add the chilled butter and use a pastry cutter or your hands to mix until the mixture resembles coarse crumbs. Add the ice water and mix until the dough comes together. Divide the dough into two equal parts and wrap in plastic wrap. Chill in the refrigerator for at least 30 minutes.
To make the filling, combine the diced apples, brown sugar, and cinnamon in a medium bowl. Mix well.
Preheat the oven to 375°F. Line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
Roll out one of the pastry dough balls on a floured surface until it is about 1/8 inch thick. Use a 4-inch round cookie cutter to cut out circles. Repeat with the other dough ball.
Place a spoonful of the apple filling in the center of each pastry circle. Fold the pastry over to create a half-moon shape. Use a fork to crimp the edges together. Brush the tops of the empanadas with the beaten egg and sprinkle with granulated sugar.
Bake for 20-25 minutes, or until the empanadas are golden brown. Serve warm.
These Apple Cinnamon and Brown Sugar Empanadas are a perfect combination of sweet and savory. The flaky pastry crust pairs perfectly with the warm and gooey apple filling. These empanadas are a great dessert for any occasion and are sure to impress your guests.
Type: Dessert, Pastry
Main Ingredients: Apples, Cinnamon, Brown Sugar