Desserts & Breads

Easy Baked Abuelita and Banana Empanadas

EL MEJOR NIDO
Easy Baked Abuelita and Banana Empanadas
Recipe Info - Skill Level
Level
Easy
Recipe Info - Prep Time
Prep 
20 min
Recipe Info - Cook Time
Cook 
30 min
Recipe Info - Serving Size
Servings
12 empanadas
Easy Baked Abuelita and Banana Empanadas are perfect for family or entertaining and add a festive flair to any event. Sprinkle with cinnamon-sugar and serve with whipped cream.

Ingredients

Step 1

Preheat oven to 375° F. Grease large baking sheets.

Step 2

Combine sugar and cinnamon in small bowl; reserve.

Step 3

Heat Abuelita chocolate and cream in small saucepan over medium-low heat, stirring frequently, until chocolate is completely melted and smooth; remove from heat. Beat cream cheese and melted Abuelita chocolate until mixed well. Fold in chopped bananas.

Step 4

Place 2 heaping tablespoons Abuelita mixture in center of each pastry disc. Wet edges with water; fold in half and crimp edges with fork. Place empanadas on prepared baking sheets; brush lightly with oil and sprinkle with cinnamon-sugar mixture.

Step 5

Bake for 25 to 30 minutes or until golden. Serve warm with whipped cream.

Ingredients

Reviews For This Recipe

Recipe Books Are Here

Elevate your cooking skills and celebrate the joys of each season with our recipe books—don't wait, download them now!