SWEET STRAWBERRY EMPANADAS
Popular in Mexico, these sweet pocket pastries are wonderful for breakfast or dessert. I like to top them with large red, white, and green sugar crystals for Mexican holidays, celebrations, and fiestas. Store in an airtight container once completely cooled.
Provided by Shae's Mama
Categories Desserts Fruit Dessert Recipes Strawberry Dessert Recipes
Time 1h10m
Yield 24
Number Of Ingredients 8
Steps:
- Preheat the oven to 375 degrees F (190 degrees C).
- Combine flour, sugar, and salt in a bowl. Use a pastry cutter to cut shortening into the dry ingredients quickly until mixture resembles coarse bread crumbs. Sprinkle with cold water and mix with a fork until dough just holds together.
- Run your hands under cold water for 20 seconds, then dry them. Gather dough with your cooled hands and form into 2 balls. Cover one and refrigerate. Flatten the second ball into a large patty.
- Flour a flat, clean work surface. Roll out dough evenly, sprinkling with flour as needed to prevent sticking, to about 1/8-inch thickness. Cut dough into 4-inch circles using a cookie cutter or drinking glass. Dab a little water around the rim of the dough circles to make a good seal when folded over.
- Place a scant tablespoon of strawberry jam in the center of each circle. Fold in half to form a semi-circle. Pinch edges to seal. Transfer to an ungreased cookie sheet. Press edge down with the tines of a fork to seal further. Repeat with remaining circles, then with second ball of dough.
- Brush each empanada lightly with beaten egg. Cut 2 small slits into the top of each one. Sprinkle tops with decorator sugar.
- Bake in the preheated oven until crusts are golden brown, 13 to 15 minutes. Cool on baking sheets for 5 to 10 minutes. Transfer to wire racks to cool further. Serve warm.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 194.7 calories, Carbohydrate 27.3 g, Cholesterol 7.8 mg, Fat 8.9 g, Fiber 0.4 g, Protein 1.9 g, SaturatedFat 2.2 g, Sodium 15.5 mg, Sugar 13.4 g
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Abdi Rahmaan
[email protected]I made these empanadas with my kids and they had a blast! It was a great way to spend time together and make something delicious.
MB ADOR
[email protected]I'm not sure if I can find guava paste in my local grocery store. Is there a substitute I can use?
Abir Riya
[email protected]These empanadas look so flaky and golden brown. I can't wait to try them!
Erin Walsh
[email protected]I love the idea of using strawberries in empanadas. It's such a unique and delicious flavor combination.
BS Beast
[email protected]I've never made empanadas before, but this recipe looks so easy to follow.
Xaawo Ahmed
[email protected]I'm definitely going to make these for my next party.
Meshack Rayz
[email protected]These look amazing! I can't wait to try them.
josh crow
[email protected]I made these empanadas for my kids and they loved them! They were gone in minutes.
Qasim Javed
[email protected]So easy to make and so delicious! The perfect summer treat.
Marvin Tejada
[email protected]These empanadas were delicious! The filling was creamy and sweet, and the pastry was flaky and golden brown. I would definitely make these again.
Ikhlaq DJ Studio
[email protected]I love this recipe! The empanadas are always a hit when I make them. The filling is sweet and tangy, and the pastry is flaky and golden brown. I highly recommend this recipe.
Nnamdi Nkwonta
[email protected]These were so easy to make and turned out so well! The filling was delicious and the pastry was perfect. I will definitely be making these again.
Kshar Rai
[email protected]I made these empanadas for a party and they were a total hit! Everyone loved them. The filling was creamy and sweet, and the pastry was flaky and golden brown. I'll definitely be making these again.
agyei adu
[email protected]These empanadas were a huge hit with my family! The strawberries and cream cheese filling was perfectly balanced, and the pastry was flaky and delicious. I would definitely recommend this recipe to anyone looking for a sweet and easy treat.