How to Make Sweet Empanadas

butter

🥗Healthier: coconut oil

💰Cheaper: margarine

Coconut oil reduces saturated fat while maintaining moisture.

fruit filling

🥗Healthier: fruit puree

💰Cheaper: canned fruit

Fruit puree is lower in sugar and adds natural flavor.

powdered sugar

🥗Healthier: stevia

💰Cheaper: granulated sugar

Stevia reduces calories while providing sweetness.

milk

🥗Healthier: almond milk

💰Cheaper: water

Almond milk is lower in calories and adds a nutty flavor.

Mix flour, sugar, and salt in a bowl.

Cut in butter until mixture resembles coarse crumbs.

Beat egg and vanilla extract together; add to flour mixture.

Add water gradually until dough comes together; knead until smooth.

Wrap dough in plastic and refrigerate for 30 minutes.

Roll out dough on a floured surface to about 1/8 inch thick.

Cut into circles using a pastry cutter or glass.

Place a spoonful of filling in the center of each circle.

Fold dough over filling and press edges to seal.

Heat oil in a deep skillet over medium heat until shimmering.

Fry empanadas until golden brown, about 3-4 minutes per side.

Remove from oil and drain on paper towels.

Dust with cinnamon sugar mixture before serving.

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