Empanada De Queso Cheese Pastries Recipe

These Empanadas De Queso are a delightful explosion of cheesy, savory goodness! A classic Latin American appetizer, these pastries are incredibly addictive. Flaky, buttery dough perfectly cradles a spicy cheese filling. Get ready to impress your guests with this easy-to-follow recipe. (Prep time includes 1 hour chill time)

Prep Time 75 mins

Cook Time 45 mins

Calories 101.2 kcal

Protein 6g

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Ingredients for Empanada De Queso Cheese Pastries

2 1/2 cups all-purpose flour
1 teaspoon salt
1 tablespoon sugar
1 teaspoon baking powder
1 cup (2 sticks) unsalted butter, chilled and cubed
2 large egg yolks
1/2 cup milk (plus more if needed)
2 large egg whites
Cheddar Cheese
1/2 teaspoon chili powder (or more, to taste)

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How to Make Empanada De Queso Cheese Pastries

Whisk together 2 1/2 cups flour, 1 teaspoon salt, 1 tablespoon sugar, and 1 teaspoon baking powder in a large bowl.
Cut in 1 cup (2 sticks) chilled, cubed butter using a pastry blender or two knives until the mixture resembles coarse crumbs.
In a separate bowl, lightly beat 2 large egg yolks and whisk in 1/2 cup milk.
Gradually add the wet ingredients to the flour mixture, stirring until a soft dough forms. Add more milk, a tablespoon at a time, if needed to bring the dough together.
Wrap the dough in plastic wrap and chill in the refrigerator for 1 hour.
In a separate bowl, beat 2 large egg whites until stiff peaks form. Gently fold in 1 1/2 cups shredded cheese and 1/2 teaspoon chili powder.
On a lightly floured surface, roll out the chilled dough as thinly as possible.
Using a 3-4 inch round cookie cutter or glass, cut out 48 circles.
Place approximately 1 tablespoon of the cheese mixture onto half of the circles.
Top with the remaining circles, moisten the edges with water, and firmly press to seal.
Arrange the empanadas on a baking sheet lined with parchment paper.
Bake in a preheated oven at 375°F (190°C) for 15-20 minutes, or until golden brown.

Nutrition Information (Approximate per serving)

Sodium

6 g

Sugar

Fat

20g

Carbs

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Frequently Asked Questions

How long does it take to make Empanada De Queso Cheese Pastries?

Empanada De Queso Cheese Pastries takes about 120 minutes from start to finish — roughly 75 minutes to prepare and 45 minutes to cook.

How many calories are in Empanada De Queso Cheese Pastries?

Empanada De Queso Cheese Pastries has approximately 101.2 calories per serving, with about 6 g protein, 2 g carbohydrates and 10 g fat.

What ingredients do I need for Empanada De Queso Cheese Pastries?

The key ingredients for Empanada De Queso Cheese Pastries are Flour, Salt, Sugar, Baking Powder, Butter, Egg Yolks. See the full list with measurements above.