Cheese Empanada

Golden, flaky, and filled with a gooey trifecta of cheeses, these Cheese Empanadas are the ultimate comfort food snack or appetizer. The homemade pastry dough is buttery and tender, enveloping a rich, creamy filling of mozzarella, cheddar, and cream cheese for a luxurious bite in every mouthful. Perfectly golden thanks to a silky egg wash, these empanadas bake to crisp perfection in just 20 minutes. Whether served warm for a savory breakfast, alongside soups and salads, or as the star of your next party spread, these irresistible cheese pockets are sure to satisfy. With easy-to-follow steps and simple ingredients, this recipe is a delicious way to bring a touch of Latin-inspired flavor to your table!

Nutriscore Rating: 50/100

Prep Time:45 mins

Cook Time:20 mins

Total Time:65 mins

Servings: 12

Ingredients

• 2 cups all-purpose flour
• 1 stick unsalted butter
• 1 teaspoon salt
• 1 cup cold water
• 1.5 cups shredded mozzarella cheese
• 1.5 cups shredded cheddar cheese
• 4 ounces cream cheese
• 1 large egg
• 1 large egg yolk
• 2 tablespoons milk

Directions

Step 1

In a large bowl, combine flour and salt. Cut the unsalted butter into small pieces and use your fingers or a pastry cutter to mix it into the flour until it resembles coarse crumbs.

Step 2

Gradually add cold water, a tablespoon at a time, mixing until the dough just comes together. Do not overmix. Form the dough into a ball, wrap it in plastic wrap, and refrigerate for 30 minutes.

Step 3

In a medium bowl, combine mozzarella cheese, cheddar cheese, and cream cheese. Blend thoroughly using a fork until smooth and well mixed.

Step 4

Preheat the oven to 375°F (190°C). Line a baking sheet with parchment paper.

Step 5

Retrieve the dough from the refrigerator and roll it out on a floured surface to about 1/8 inch thick.

Step 6

Using a round cutter or the rim of a glass, cut out circles of about 4 inches in diameter.

Step 7

Place a tablespoon of the cheese mixture in the center of each dough circle.

Step 8

Beat the large egg with a tablespoon of water to make an egg wash. Brush the edges of the dough circles with this egg wash.

Step 9

Fold each circle in half to form a semicircle, enclosing the filling. Press the edges with a fork to seal tightly.

Step 10

Place the empanadas on the prepared baking sheet.

Step 11

Beat the egg yolk with 2 tablespoons of milk and brush this mixture over the tops of the empanadas for a golden finish.

Step 12

Bake in the preheated oven for 18-20 minutes, or until golden brown.

Step 13

Allow to cool slightly before serving. Enjoy warm or at room temperature.

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	(1150.0g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	3465.5

Total Fat 241.0g	0%
Saturated Fat 140.8g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat 3.7g
Cholesterol 1071.3mg	0%
Sodium 5113.4mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 204.1g	0%
Dietary Fiber 6.5g	0%
Total Sugars 6.9g
Protein 127.6g	0%

Vitamin D 85.0IU	0%
Calcium 2682.6mg	0%
Iron 12.6mg	0%
Potassium 566.2mg	0%

*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.

Source of Calories

Fat: 62.0%

Protein: 14.6%

Carbs: 23.4%