Caramel Apple Empanadas
These delightful pastries combine the sweetness of caramel and apples, wrapped in a flaky pie crust, perfect for desserts or snacks.
Ingredients
For the empanadas
- 30 oz refrigerated pie crusts
- 21 oz apple pie filling
- 11 oz caramels
- 4 TB unsalted butter
- 2 TB sugar
- 2 tsp cinnamon
Instructions
Preparation
- Preheat the oven to 375°F (190°C).
- Roll out the pie crusts and cut them into circles.
- Place a spoonful of apple pie filling in the center of each circle.
- Melt the caramels with the unsalted butter, then drizzle over the apple filling.
- Fold the pie crust over to form a half-moon shape and seal the edges.
- Sprinkle with sugar and cinnamon mixture.
- Bake in the preheated oven for 25-30 minutes or until golden brown.
- Let cool slightly before serving.
Notes
Serve these empanadas warm or at room temperature, and consider adding a scoop of vanilla ice cream on the side. Store leftovers in an airtight container at room temperature for up to two days or refrigerate for up to a week. Reheat in the oven before serving for the best taste. You can also freeze them before baking and add extra minutes to the baking time when ready.