Easiest Empanada Dough Ever
Meet the "Easiest Empanada Dough Ever," your go-to recipe for perfectly flaky and buttery empanada wrappers made with minimal effort. With just six simple ingredients—flour, butter, egg, ice water, a touch of vinegar, and a pinch of salt—this dough comes together in only 15 minutes of prep time, making it ideal for beginners and seasoned cooks alike. Its secret lies in the cold butter and resting time, which create a tender, pliable dough that's easy to work with and bakes to golden perfection. Whether you're crafting savory meat-filled empanadas or sweet dessert versions, this versatile dough adapts beautifully to any filling. Plus, the make-ahead option makes it even more convenient for meal prepping or entertaining. Learn how to master empanada dough with this fail-proof recipe and take your homemade hand pies to the next level!
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 3 cups all-purpose flour
- 1 teaspoon salt
- 6 tablespoons unsalted butter
- 1 large egg
- 0.5 cup ice water
- 1 teaspoon white vinegar
Instructions
In a large mixing bowl, whisk together the all-purpose flour and salt until well combined.
Add the unsalted butter, which should be cold and cut into small cubes. Using your fingers or a pastry cutter, work the butter into the flour mixture until it resembles coarse crumbs.
In a small bowl, whisk together the egg, ice water, and white vinegar. Pour this mixture into the flour-butter mixture.
Use a wooden spoon or spatula to stir the mixture until it begins to come together into a shaggy dough.
Transfer the dough onto a clean surface and knead gently a few times to bring it together into a smooth ball. Be careful not to over-knead; the dough should remain soft and slightly tacky.
Flatten the dough into a disc, wrap it tightly in plastic wrap, and refrigerate for at least 1 hour. This allows the butter to chill and the dough to rest, making it easier to roll out.
When ready to use, remove the dough from the refrigerator and allow it to sit at room temperature for about 5-10 minutes. Roll out on a lightly floured surface to your desired thickness and cut into circles to use as empanada wrappers.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
711 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 79.8 g | 102% | |
| Saturated Fat | 44.0 g | 220% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 2.0 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 406 mg | 135% | |
| Sodium | 2481 mg | 108% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 0.5 g | 0% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 0.0 g | 0% | |
| Total Sugars | 0.1 g | ||
| Protein | 7.2 g | 14% | |
| Vitamin D | 1.3 mcg | 7% | |
| Calcium | 44 mg | 3% | |
| Iron | 0.9 mg | 5% | |
| Potassium | 92 mg | 2% | |
*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.
