Mini Pork Empanadas Recipe

Name: Mini Pork Empanadas
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 1/2 cup (1/2 of 8-oz. tub) PHILADELPHIA Cream Cheese Spread; 1/2 cup butter, softened; 1-1/2 cups flour; 3/4 lb. lean ground pork; 1 small onion, finely chopped King Sooper's 1 lb For $0.99 thru 02/09; 1 chicken bouillon cube, dissolved in 1/4 cup boiling water; 1 tsp. ground allspice; 1/4 tsp. ground nutmeg; 1/8 tsp. ground cloves; 3/4 cup mashed unpeeled cooked potatoes; 2 eggs, beaten

Servings: persons

1/2 cup (1/2 of 8-oz. tub) PHILADELPHIA Cream Cheese Spread
1/2 cup butter, softened
1-1/2 cups flour
3/4 lb. lean ground pork
1 small onion, finely chopped King Sooper's 1 lb For $0.99 thru 02/09
1 chicken bouillon cube, dissolved in 1/4 cup boiling water
1 tsp. ground allspice
1/4 tsp. ground nutmeg
1/8 tsp. ground cloves
3/4 cup mashed unpeeled cooked potatoes
2 eggs, beaten

1
Beat cream cheese spread and butter in large bowl with mixer until blended.
2
Gradually add flour, mixing well after each addition.
3
Shape into ball.
4
Refrigerate 1 hour.
5
Meanwhile, brown meat with onions in large saucepan.
6
Stir in bouillon and spices.
7
Remove from heat.
8
Add potatoes; mix well.
9
Cool completely.
10
Heat oven to 400 degrees F. Roll out dough on floured work surface to 1/4-inch thickness.
11
Use 3-inch cutter to cut dough into 40 rounds, rerolling dough scraps as necessary.
12
Spoon 1-1/2 tsp.
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meat mixture onto center of each dough round; brush edge with egg.
14
Fold in half; press edges together with fork to seal.
15
Place on baking sheet sprayed with cooking spray.
16
Cut small slits in tops to vent; brush with remaining egg.
17
Bake 18 to 20 min.
18
or until golden brown.

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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.
Taste as you go and adjust the seasoning before serving.
Avoid overcrowding the pan — cook in batches if needed for the best texture.
Let the dish rest for a few minutes before serving so the flavors settle.
Store leftovers in an airtight container in the fridge and enjoy within a few days.

Variations & substitutions

Use a neutral oil or a plant-based spread in place of butter for a dairy-free version.
A good 1:1 gluten-free flour blend works well if you need a gluten-free version.
Coconut cream is a reliable plant-based alternative to dairy cream.

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 11 ingredients. The key ingredients include: 1/2 cup (1/2 of 8-oz. tub) PHILADELPHIA Cream Cheese Spread, 1/2 cup butter, softened, 1-1/2 cups flour, 3/4 lb. lean ground pork, and more.

Yes, Mini Pork Empanadas falls under the Meat & Poultry category and is a great choice for this type of meal.

Store leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3–4 days. Reheat gently before serving.

That's it — enjoy your meal!

Mini Pork Empanadas

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Variations & substitutions

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