Cookie Empanadas: Indulgent Treats for Every Home Chef
Discover delicious cookie empanadas that are perfect for any occasion. These treats combine the sweetness of cookies with the traditional appeal of empanadas, making them a wonderful dessert or snack for all ages.
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Total Time: 40 minutes
- Yield: 12 empanadas
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: Mexican
- Diet: Vegetarian
Ingredients
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- 1 cup all-purpose flour
- 1/2 cup unsalted butter, softened
- 1/4 cup sugar
- 1/2 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 1/4 teaspoon salt
- 1/2 cup chocolate chips
- 1 egg (for egg wash)
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C).
- In a bowl, mix flour, sugar, and salt.
- Add softened butter and vanilla extract, then mix until combined.
- Fold in chocolate chips.
- Roll dough into small circles and fill with desired filling.
- Fold and seal each empanada.
- Brush with egg wash and place on a baking sheet.
- Bake for 15-20 minutes until golden brown.
Notes
- For best results, chill the dough before rolling.
- You can substitute the chocolate chips with your favorite filling.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 empanada
- Calories: 150
- Sugar: 5g
- Sodium: 100mg
- Fat: 8g
- Saturated Fat: 5g
- Unsaturated Fat: 2g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 15g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 2g
- Cholesterol: 20mg