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Sweet Potato Cheesecake Empanadas

Sweet Potato Cheesecake Empanadas for Cozy Nights In

Irresistible Sweet Potato Cheesecake Empanadas blend sweet potatoes and creamy cheesecake into delightful treats.
Prep Time 30 minutes
Cook Time 25 minutes
Chilling Time 30 minutes
Total Time 1 hour 25 minutes
Servings: 8 empanadas
Course: Dessert
Cuisine: Latin American
Calories: 240

Ingredients
  

Dough Ingredients
  • 2 cups Whole Wheat Flour or Gluten-Free Flour
  • ½ cup Butter very cold, cubed
  • 1 large Egg for egg wash
Filling Ingredients
  • 2 cups Sweet Potatoes peeled and cubed
  • 8 ounces Cream Cheese softened
  • ½ cup Brown Sugar can substitute white sugar
  • 1 teaspoon Cinnamon adjust to taste
  • ¼ teaspoon Nutmeg adjust to taste

Equipment

  • Mixing Bowl
  • pastry cutter
  • Rolling Pin
  • Baking Sheet
  • Parchment paper
  • Small bowl

Method
 

Preparation Steps
  1. In a large mixing bowl, combine whole wheat flour and cold cubed butter until the mixture resembles coarse crumbs.
  2. Gradually add cold water, mixing until the dough forms. Shape into a ball, wrap in plastic, and refrigerate for 30 minutes.
  3. Boil sweet potatoes in salted water until tender, about 15 minutes. Drain and mash until smooth.
  4. Mix in softened cream cheese, brown sugar, cinnamon, and nutmeg until creamy and well combined.
  5. On a floured surface, roll out dough to ⅛ inch thick and cut circles 4 to 5 inches in diameter.
  6. Place a spoonful of sweet potato filling in each circle, fold and press the edges to seal.
  7. Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C) and line a baking sheet with parchment paper. Brush tops with beaten egg.
  8. Bake for 20-25 minutes until golden brown and flaky.
  9. Cool on a wire rack for 5-10 minutes before serving.

Nutrition

Serving: 1empanadaCalories: 240kcalCarbohydrates: 32gProtein: 4gFat: 12gSaturated Fat: 7gMonounsaturated Fat: 4gCholesterol: 45mgSodium: 150mgPotassium: 120mgFiber: 2gSugar: 10gVitamin A: 1500IUVitamin C: 5mgCalcium: 50mgIron: 1mg

Notes

Serve warm for the best experience, allowing the creamy filling to shine through. Experiment with fillings and spices for varied flavors.

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