Argentinian Apple Empanadas
Warm and crispy empanadas filled with tender apples and a hint of cinnamon, inspired by the flavors of Argentina.
Ingredients
- ●2 large Apples
- ●2 cups All-purpose flour
- ●1 cup Granulated sugar
- ●1 teaspoon Cinnamon powder
- ●1/4 cup Lard or shortening
- ●1 Egg
- ●1 tablespoon Water
- ●optional Confectioners' sugar
Instructions
- 1
Combine flour, sugar, and cinnamon in a bowl.
- 2
Add lard or shortening and use a pastry blender or your fingers to work it into the flour mixture until it resembles coarse crumbs.
- 3
Gradually add the egg and water, mixing until a dough forms.
- 4
Knead the dough for 5 minutes until smooth and elastic.
- 5
Wrap the dough in plastic wrap and let it rest for 30 minutes.
- 6
Peel and slice the apples into thin wedges.
- 7
Roll out the dough to a thickness of about 1/8 inch.
- 8
Use a round cookie cutter or the rim of a glass to cut out circles of dough.
- 9
Place a few apple wedges in the center of each dough circle and fold the dough over to form a half-moon shape.
- 10
Press the edges together to seal the empanada and use a fork to crimp.
- 11
Brush the tops with a little water and sprinkle with confectioners' sugar, if desired.
- 12
Preheat the oven to 375°F (190°C).
- 13
Bake the empanadas for 20-25 minutes, or until golden brown.