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caramel apple empanadas recipe

Looking for a dessert that's both comforting and creative? Our caramel apple empanadas recipe is just what you need. It turns simple ingredients into a sweet treat you can't resist. These pastries mix the warmth of caramel with the crispness of apples, making a dessert that's both fancy and easy to enjoy.
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Ingredients Equipment Method

Ingredients
  

  • For the Dough:
  • 2½ cups all-purpose flour
  • 1 teaspoon salt
  • ½ cup cold butter cubed
  • ½ cup ice water
  • For the Filling:
  • 3 medium apples diced
  • ½ cup caramel sauce
  • 2 tablespoons brown sugar
  • 1 teaspoon cinnamon

Equipment

  • Large mixing bowl
  • Rolling Pin
  • Baking sheet
  • Parchment paper
  • Pastry brush
  • Sharp knife or pastry cutter

Method
 

  1. Start by mixing flour and salt.
  2. Cut in cold butter until it's like coarse crumbs.
  3. Add ice water slowly to make a smooth dough.
  4. Chill the dough for 30 minutes.
  5. Make the apple filling by mixing diced apples, caramel, and spices.
  6. Roll out the dough and cut into circles.
  7. Put apple mixture in each circle.
  8. Seal the edges and brush with egg wash.
  9. Bake at 375°F for 20-25 minutes until they're golden brown.