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Air Fryer Pumpkin Empanadas (Dulce de Leche)

12-Minute Air Fryer Pumpkin Empanadas That Taste Heavenly


  • Author: Ella Parker
  • Total Time: 32 mins
  • Yield: 12 empanadas 1x
  • Diet: Vegetarian

Description

Crispy air-fried pumpkin empanadas filled with sweet dulce de leche.


Ingredients

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  • 2 cups pumpkin puree
  • 1 cup dulce de leche
  • 2 cups all-purpose flour
  • 1/2 cup butter, chilled
  • 1/4 cup cold water
  • 1 tsp salt
  • 1 tsp cinnamon
  • 1/2 tsp nutmeg

Instructions

  1. Mix flour, salt, cinnamon, and nutmeg in a bowl.
  2. Cut in chilled butter until crumbly.
  3. Add cold water gradually to form dough.
  4. Roll dough into small circles.
  5. Fill each circle with pumpkin puree and dulce de leche.
  6. Fold and seal edges.
  7. Preheat air fryer to 375°F (190°C).
  8. Air fry empanadas for 10-12 minutes until golden.

Notes

  • Chill dough for easier handling.
  • Use a fork to crimp edges for better sealing.
  • Serve warm for best taste.
  • Prep Time: 20 mins
  • Cook Time: 12 mins
  • Category: Dessert
  • Method: Air Fryer
  • Cuisine: Latin American

Nutrition

  • Serving Size: 1 empanada
  • Calories: 180
  • Sugar: 10g
  • Sodium: 150mg
  • Fat: 8g
  • Saturated Fat: 5g
  • Unsaturated Fat: 2g
  • Trans Fat: 0g
  • Carbohydrates: 24g
  • Fiber: 2g
  • Protein: 3g
  • Cholesterol: 20mg

Keywords: air fryer pumpkin empanadas, dulce de leche dessert, easy empanadas