Empanadas de Fruta Recipe 🥟🍏🍍
Description
Indulge in the delightful taste of Empanadas de Fruta, a traditional Mexican dessert perfect for satisfying your sweet cravings. These fruity turnovers boast a flaky crust filled with a luscious fruit mixture, creating a harmonious blend of flavors in every bite. Whether enjoyed as a dessert or a snack, these empanadas are sure to impress with their irresistible taste and charming appearance.
Nutritional Information
- Calories: 968.2
- Fat: 32.2g
- Saturated Fat: 5.9g
- Cholesterol: 0mg
- Sodium: 311.1mg
- Carbohydrates: 163.9g
- Fiber: 10.2g
- Sugar: 38g
- Protein: 14.7g
Ingredients
| Quantity | Ingredient |
|---|---|
| 6 cups | Flour |
| 1 tsp | Salt |
| 1 cup | Sugar |
| 3/4 cup | Shortening |
| 1 1/2 cups | Water |
| 20 | Raisins |
| 1/2 cup | Sugar (for filling) |
| 3/4 tsp | Ground Clove |
| 1/2 tsp | Ground Cinnamon |
| 1/2 tsp | Ground Nutmeg |
| 1 cup | Pine Nuts |
Instructions
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Prepare the Dough:
- In a large mixing bowl, combine the flour, salt, and sugar.
- Add the shortening and mix until well incorporated.
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Form the Dough:
- In a separate bowl, beat the egg and add it to the water.
- Pour the egg mixture into the dry ingredients and mix until a soft dough forms. Ensure it’s not too sticky.
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Shape the Dough:
- Divide the dough into small balls.
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Roll Out the Dough:
- Roll out each ball into a thin circle, approximately 5 inches in diameter and 1/8 inch thick.
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Prepare the Filling:
- To make the fruit filling, start by adding enough water to cover the dried fruit and raisins in a saucepan.
- Cook over low heat until the fruit is tender.
- Add sugar, ground clove, ground cinnamon, ground nutmeg, and pine nuts to the cooked fruit mixture. Mix until well blended.
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Assemble the Empanadas:
- Place a heaping teaspoon of the prepared fruit filling on one half of the rolled-out dough circle.
- Fold the other half of the dough over the filling to create a half-moon shape.
- Press the edges together firmly to seal the empanada.
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Shape the Edges:
- Pinch the edges of the empanada between your thumb and forefinger, giving the dough a half-turn to create a decorative edge.
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Fry the Empanadas:
- Heat oil in a deep fryer or a large skillet over medium heat.
- Carefully place the assembled empanadas into the hot oil and fry until golden brown on both sides.
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Drain and Serve:
- Once fried, remove the empanadas from the oil and drain on paper towels to remove excess oil.
- Serve warm and enjoy the deliciousness of homemade Empanadas de Fruta!
Recipe Notes
- You can substitute the homemade fruit filling with a 21 oz. can of fruit pie filling for a quicker alternative.
- Serve these empanadas with a sprinkle of powdered sugar or a dollop of whipped cream for an extra touch of sweetness.
- These empanadas are best enjoyed fresh but can be stored in an airtight container at room temperature for up to two days. Reheat in the oven for a few minutes before serving to regain crispiness.
