Sugar-Free Apple Empanadas
Delight in the wholesome goodness of Sugar-Free Apple Empanadas—an irresistible treat that combines a flaky, whole wheat crust with a naturally sweet, cinnamon-spiced apple filling. Perfect for health-conscious dessert lovers, these empanadas are free of added sugars, relying on the natural sweetness of fresh apples to shine. Featuring simple ingredients like unsalted butter, vanilla extract, and lemon juice, this recipe brings together comfort and convenience in under an hour. Each bite is a celebration of warm autumn flavors, ideal for family gatherings, snack time, or pairing with your favorite cup of tea. Baked to golden perfection, these empanadas offer a guilt-free indulgence without compromising on taste!
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 2 cups whole wheat flour
- 0.5 teaspoons salt
- 0.5 cups unsalted butter
- 0.25 cups cold water
- 3 medium apples
- 1 teaspoons ground cinnamon
- 1 teaspoons vanilla extract
- 1 tablespoons lemon juice
- 1 tablespoons cornstarch
- 1 large egg
Instructions
Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C) and line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
In a large bowl, mix together the whole wheat flour and salt. Cut the unsalted butter into small cubes and add it to the flour mixture. Using a pastry cutter or your fingers, blend until the mixture resembles coarse crumbs.
Add the cold water gradually, and mix until the dough just comes together. Form the dough into a ball, wrap it in plastic wrap, and refrigerate for at least 15 minutes.
While the dough is chilling, peel, core, and dice the apples into small cubes.
In a medium saucepan over medium heat, combine the diced apples, ground cinnamon, vanilla extract, lemon juice, and cornstarch. Cook for 5-7 minutes, until the apples are softened and the mixture has thickened. Remove from heat and let it cool.
On a lightly floured surface, roll out the chilled dough to about 1/8-inch thickness. Use a round cookie cutter (about 4 inches in diameter) to cut out circles.
Place about 1 tablespoon of the apple filling in the center of each dough circle. Fold the dough over to enclose the filling, creating a half-moon shape. Press the edges with a fork to seal them.
Beat the egg in a small bowl. Brush the tops of the empanadas with the beaten egg for a shiny finish.
Place the empanadas on the prepared baking sheet and bake in the preheated oven for 18-20 minutes, or until golden brown.
Allow them to cool slightly on a wire rack before serving. Enjoy your sugar-free apple empanadas!
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
1658 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 61.2 g | 78% | |
| Saturated Fat | 31.0 g | 155% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 2.0 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 344 mg | 114% | |
| Sodium | 1319 mg | 57% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 260.5 g | 95% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 43.9 g | 157% | |
| Total Sugars | 59.3 g | ||
| Protein | 40.7 g | 81% | |
| Vitamin D | 1.3 mcg | 7% | |
| Calcium | 183 mg | 14% | |
| Iron | 11.0 mg | 61% | |
| Potassium | 1676 mg | 36% | |
*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.
