Delicious Recipe: How to Make Pumpkin Empanadas

Fall is finally here, and it’s time to break out the pumpkin spice! If you’re a fan of sweet and spicy pumpkin treats, then you’ll love this recipe for pumpkin empanadas. These delicious pastries are packed full of pumpkin puree, warming spices, and a touch of sweetness, making them the perfect autumn snack or dessert. And the best part? They’re super easy to make!

To start, you’ll need to whip up a batch of pumpkin puree. You can use canned pumpkin puree, but if you have a pumpkin lying around, it’s easy to make your own. Simply peel and chop your pumpkin into small pieces, then boil for 15-20 minutes until the pumpkin is soft. Drain any excess water, then puree the softened pumpkin in a blender until smooth. Once you have your pumpkin puree, it’s time to start making your empanada dough. Don’t worry, making your dough from scratch is easier than you might think! With a few simple ingredients, you can create a delicious, flaky crust that perfectly complements the spiced pumpkin filling.

Ingredients Needed

Are you ready to make some mouth-watering pumpkin empanadas? First, let’s go over what you’ll need to make these delicious treats. You’ll need:

1. Pumpkin puree: You can use canned pumpkin puree or make your own at home.
2. All-purpose flour: This will be used for the dough.
3. Butter: You’ll need this for the dough and the filling.
4. Salt: To add some flavor to the dough.
5. Brown sugar: This will enhance the flavors in the pumpkin filling.
6. Cinnamon: To add some warmth to the filling.
7. Nutmeg: Nutmeg goes really well with pumpkin and cinnamon.
8. Ginger: This gives the filling a little zing.
9. Egg: To brush the empanadas before baking.
10. Water: This is needed to make the dough and helps keep it moist.

Making the Empanada Dough

Now that you have your ingredients ready, it’s time to start making the dough. It’s actually quite simple!

1. Mix the flour and salt in a large mixing bowl.
2. Cut the butter into small cubes and add to the flour mixture. Using a pastry cutter, cut the butter into the flour until the mixture resembles coarse crumbs.
3. Add water, 1 tablespoon at a time, and mix until the dough comes together.
4. Once the dough comes together, flatten it into a disc, wrap it in plastic wrap, and chill it in the fridge for at least 30 minutes before rolling it out.

Making the Pumpkin Filling

While the dough is chilling, you can start making the pumpkin filling. This step is super easy!

1. Mix the pumpkin puree, melted butter, brown sugar, cinnamon, nutmeg, and ginger in a bowl until well blended.
2. Taste the filling and adjust the seasoning to your liking.

Putting It All Together

Now it’s time to put everything together!

1. Preheat your oven to 375°F.
2. On a floured surface, roll out the dough to about ⅛ inch thickness.
3. Using a biscuit cutter or a bowl, cut out circles from the dough.
4. Add a spoonful of the pumpkin filling to the center of each circle.
5. Brush the edges of the circles with egg.
6. Fold the circles in half to create a half-moon shape and press the edges together to seal.
7. Place the empanadas on a baking sheet lined with parchment paper.
8. Brush the empanadas with egg and sprinkle with a little bit of brown sugar.
9. Bake for 20-25 minutes, until they are golden brown.
10. Let them cool for a few minutes before serving.

There you have it, folks! A delicious recipe for pumpkin empanadas that will surely delight your taste buds. Enjoy your tasty treat!

Ingredients

If you’re looking to make a delicious batch of pumpkin empanadas, you need some critical ingredients. These include:

For the Dough:

• 2 cups flour
• 1/2 tsp. salt
• 1/4 cup unsalted butter, cut into small pieces
• 1/4 cup vegetable shortening, cut into small pieces
• 1/4 cup water
• 1 large egg yolk, beaten

For the Pumpkin Filling:

• 1 can pumpkin puree (about 15 oz.)
• 1/2 cup brown sugar
• 1/4 cup heavy cream
• 1 egg, beaten
• 1 tsp. cinnamon
• 1/2 tsp. ground ginger
• 1/4 tsp. nutmeg
• 1/4 tsp. salt
• 1/4 tsp. ground cloves

For the Egg Wash:

• 1 egg, beaten
• 1 tbsp. water

Now that you have your ingredients ready let’s start preparing the dough for the empanadas.

Ingredients for Pumpkin Empanadas

When it comes to making pumpkin empanadas, there are certain ingredients that you need to have on hand. Here are the ingredients that you need to make these delicious treats.

Pumpkin Filling

The pumpkin filling is the heart of these empanadas. For the filling, you will need one can of pureed pumpkin, cinnamon, nutmeg, ginger, vanilla extract, brown sugar, salt, and a pinch of cloves. Mix all the ingredients together in a bowl and set aside.

Dough for Empanadas

The dough for the empanadas is equally important as the filling. You can either buy pre-made dough or make it yourself. If you decide to make the dough yourself, you will need flour, butter, salt, egg, and water. Sift the flour into a bowl, add salt, and cut the butter into small pieces. Mix them together until you get a crumb-like texture. Mix together the egg and water, and slowly add it to the bowl until a dough forms. Knead the dough for a few minutes, wrap it in plastic wrap, and let it rest for at least 30 minutes.

Egg wash

To give your pumpkin empanadas a golden finish, you will need to brush them with an egg wash. To make an egg wash, beat an egg in a small bowl and add a tablespoon of water. Mix it together until blended.

Cinnamon sugar

Cinnamon sugar is the perfect topping for pumpkin empanadas. Mix together a quarter cup of granulated sugar and a tablespoon of cinnamon in a small bowl.

Caramel sauce

For some extra sweetness, a drizzle of caramel sauce on top of your pumpkin empanadas is the perfect finishing touch. You can either buy caramel sauce or make it yourself with condensed milk, butter, and brown sugar. Put all the ingredients in a pot and cook over medium heat until it thickens and turns a caramel color.

Now that you have all the ingredients in hand, let’s get started on making the pumpkin empanadas!

Thanks for reading!

I hope you enjoyed learning how to make pumpkin empanadas. Remember, cooking is all about having fun and trying new things, so don’t be afraid to experiment with different flavors and spices. If you have any questions or suggestions, feel free to leave a comment below. And don’t forget to check back later for more delicious recipes and cooking tips. Happy baking!