These delicious little empanadas are perfect for a party or as a snack. They are so easy to make and can be filled with anything you like. I love to fill mine with a mixture of cheese and ham, but you could also use chicken, beef, or even just vegetables. The possibilities are endless!
Ingredients
- 1 sheet of puff pastry, thawed
- 1 egg, beaten
- 1/2 cup of shredded cheese
- 1/4 cup of diced ham
Method
- Preheat oven to 200 degrees C.
- Unroll the puff pastry sheet on a lightly floured surface.
- Cut out 12 circles using a cookie cutter or a glass.
- In a small bowl, mix together the shredded cheese and diced ham.
- Place a heaped teaspoon of the cheese mixture in the center of each circle.
- Fold the pastry over to form a half moon shape and press the edges together to seal.
- Brush the tops of the empanadas with the beaten egg.
- Bake in the oven for 10-12 minutes until golden brown.
These empanadas are best served warm, straight from the oven. Enjoy!
Potential changes & improvements
As I mentioned before, you can really fill these empanadas with anything you like. So feel free to get creative and experiment with different fillings. You could also add some spice to the cheese mixture by adding some chopped jalapeños or chili flakes. If you want to make these empanadas ahead of time, you can freeze them before baking. Just make sure to thaw them completely before baking.
What other food it works well with
These empanadas go great with a side of salad or some roasted vegetables. They would also be delicious dipped in a little bit of salsa or guacamole.
Common Mistakes
One common mistake people make when making empanadas is not sealing the edges properly. This can cause the filling to leak out during baking. Another mistake is overfilling the empanadas. Be sure to use a heaped teaspoon of filling, otherwise you may have trouble sealing the pastry.
Nutritional Information
This recipe makes 12 mini empanadas. Each empanada contains approximately:
- Calories: 107
- Fat: 7 g
- Carbohydrates: 8 g
- Protein: 3 g
Allergens
- Eggs
- Dairy
- Wheat