Gluten Free Empanadas: Delicious and Recipe for a Guilt-Free Treat
A simple and tasty recipe for gluten-free empanadas that everyone will love.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 25 minutes
- Total Time: 40 minutes
- Yield: 12 empanadas 1x
- Category: Snack
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: Latin American
- Diet: Gluten Free
Ingredients
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- 2 cups gluten-free flour
- 1/2 cup butter, softened
- 1/4 cup cold water
- 1/2 teaspoon salt
- 1 cup filling of your choice (e.g., cheese, vegetables, or meat)
Instructions
- In a bowl, mix the gluten-free flour and salt.
- Add the softened butter and mix until crumbly.
- Gradually add cold water until the dough forms.
- Roll out the dough on a floured surface and cut into circles.
- Place a spoonful of filling in the center of each circle.
- Fold the dough over the filling and press the edges to seal.
- Bake in a preheated oven at 375°F (190°C) for 20-25 minutes or until golden brown.
Notes
- Make sure to use certified gluten-free flour.
- Experiment with different fillings for variety.
- These empanadas can be frozen before baking for later use.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 empanada
- Calories: 150
- Sugar: 1g
- Sodium: 200mg
- Fat: 8g
- Saturated Fat: 4g
- Unsaturated Fat: 3g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 18g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 3g
- Cholesterol: 20mg