Empanadas Dulces Recipe

Name: Empanadas Dulces
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 2 cups cooked, mashed sweet potatoes; 1 (15 1/4-ounce) can crushed pineapple, drained; 1 1/4 cups plus 3 tablespoons sugar, divided; 1 teaspoon lemon rind; 1 teaspoon orange rind; 1/2 teaspoon pumpkin pie spice; 1/4 teaspoon ground cinnamon; 2 1/2 cups all-purpose flour; 1 teaspoon baking powder; 1/2 teaspoon salt; 3/4 cup shortening; 5 to 6 tablespoons cold water; Additional sugar

Servings: persons

2 cups cooked, mashed sweet potatoes
1 (15 1/4-ounce) can crushed pineapple, drained
1 1/4 cups plus 3 tablespoons sugar, divided
1 teaspoon lemon rind
1 teaspoon orange rind
1/2 teaspoon pumpkin pie spice
1/4 teaspoon ground cinnamon
2 1/2 cups all-purpose flour
1 teaspoon baking powder
1/2 teaspoon salt
3/4 cup shortening
5 to 6 tablespoons cold water
Additional sugar

1
Combine sweet potatoes, pineapple, 1 1/4 cups sugar, lemon rind, orange rind, pumpkin pie spice, and cinnamon in a medium saucepan. Cook over medium heat, stirring constantly, until thickened. Cool; set aside.
2
Combine flour, remaining sugar, baking powder, and salt in a medium mixing bowl; cut in shortening with a pastry blender until mixture resembles coarse meal. Sprinkle cold water evenly over surface; stir with a fork until dry ingredients are moistened. Divide pastry into 24 portions. Roll each portion into a 4-inch circle on a lightly floured surface.
3
Place 1 tablespoon sweet potato mixture in center of each pastry circle. Moisten edges of circle; fold pastry in half, making sure edges are even. Using a fork dipped in flour, press edges of pastry together to seal.
4
Sprinkle 1/2 teaspoon sugar on each pastry. Place on lightly greased baking sheets. Bake at 400u00b0 for 15 minutes or until lightly browned.

633

kcal

Calories

Fat

148

Carbs

Protein

Fat Carbs Protein

* Per serving · 4 servings · Values may vary.

Tips for the best results

Read through all the steps once before you start and measure out your ingredients first — it makes everything go more smoothly.
Preheat the oven fully and bake on the middle rack for the most even results.
Check for doneness a few minutes early — a toothpick in the center should come out with just a few moist crumbs.
Let it cool before slicing so it sets properly and holds its shape.
Store leftovers in an airtight container in the fridge and enjoy within a few days.

Variations & substitutions

Brown sugar instead of white sugar adds a deeper, more caramel-like flavor.
A good 1:1 gluten-free flour blend works well if you need a gluten-free version.

No specific allergen information. Please check the ingredient list for possible allergens.

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This recipe makes 4 servings. You can adjust the portion size directly on this page.

You need 13 ingredients. The key ingredients include: 2 cups cooked, mashed sweet potatoes, 1 (15 1/4-ounce) can crushed pineapple, drained, 1 1/4 cups plus 3 tablespoons sugar, divided, 1 teaspoon lemon rind, and more.

Yes, Empanadas Dulces falls under the Baking & Desserts category and is a great choice for this type of meal.

Store in an airtight container at room temperature for up to 3–5 days. For longer storage, freeze for up to 3 months — no need to refrigerate or reheat.

That's it — enjoy your meal!

Empanadas Dulces

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