Christmas empanadas

These spinach empanadas make a delicious alternative to the typical meat-laden ones and are traditionally eaten on Christmas Eve, a day of abstinence from meat in Catholic countries. Traditionally, these are deep-fried, but I decided to bake them—it’s easier, and they turn out much less rich.

These Homemade Pecan Pie Empanadas are a delightful twist on a classic dessert! Sweet, flaky, and perfect for holiday gatherings or cozy family dinners, they’re sure to impress your guests.

When I was younger and growing up in South America, one of my favorite foods to eat was empanadas. If you aren’t familiar with them, empanadas are stuffed pastries (or as my husband calls them “pies”) that can be baked or fried. The ones I grew up with were always savory, and were filled with all […]

Combine flaky pastry dough with a cinnamon-apple filling, and you get sweet apple empanadas! These apple pastries are so easy, yet so good!

These golden, crispy empanadas are filled with a savory combination of seasoned beef and melted cheese, making them the perfect handheld treat! Easy to make and full of flavor, these empanadas are ideal for weeknight dinners, game day snacks, or parties. Whether baked or fried, these tasty pockets are sure to be a crowd-pleaser for any occasion!

Dessert empanadas, also known as sweet empanadas or empanaditas dulces, are a delectable variation of the traditional savory empanadas. They are easy to make and will satisfy even the most discerning sweet tooth.

These delicious empanada recipes are sure to inspire. Everything from beef, to chicken, even caramel apple filled empanadas, you are sure to find a recipe you will love.

Turn your leftovers into tasty empanadas using refrigerated pie pastry. We make these savory pastries and freeze them for a quick fix during the holidays. —Cheryl Marinaccio, Webster, New York

Learn how to make four different kinds of empanadas for this holiday season, because who doesn't love an empanada?

Hand-held meals like empanadas are satisfying, convenient and amazing-tasting! These savory and sweet Empanada Recipes and Filling Ideas that go from classic beef and cheese empanadas to creative dessert fillings, offer deliciously filled flaky crust that you can grab any time of the day!