Best 2 Air Fryer Empanadas Recipes

Empanadas are a delicious and versatile dish that can be filled with a variety of ingredients, making them a perfect option for any meal. Air frying empanadas is a healthier alternative to traditional frying, as it uses less oil and produces a crispy, golden-brown crust. With the right recipe, you can easily create delicious air fryer empanadas that are sure to be a hit with your family and friends.

Here are our top 2 tried and tested recipes!

AIR-FRYER EMPANADAS

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I entertain a lot, so I appreciate make-ahead recipes. These air-fryer empanadas are easy and delicious. I recommend making a few extra batches—they go fast! -Lynn Scully, Rancho Santa Fe, California

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories Appetizers

Time 1h10m

Yield about 1-1/2 dozen.

Number Of Ingredients 6

Ingredients

1 tablespoon olive oil
1 medium sweet onion, halved and thinly sliced
1 log (4 ounces) fresh goat cheese, crumbled
1/4 cup finely chopped oil-packed sun-dried tomatoes, drained
Pastry for a single-crust pie or refrigerated pie crust
Cooking spray

Steps:

In a large skillet, heat oil over medium heat. Add onion; cook and stir until softened, 4-5 minutes. Reduce heat to medium-low; cook, stirring occasionally, until deep golden brown, 30-40 minutes. Remove from heat. Let cool slightly. Gently stir in goat cheese and tomatoes., Preheat air fryer to 375°. On a lightly floured surface, roll dough to 1/4-in. thickness. Cut with a floured 3-in. round biscuit cutter. Place 1 heaping teaspoon filling on 1 side of each circle. Brush edges of pastry with water; fold circles in half. With a fork, press edges to seal., In batches, arrange empanadas in a single layer on greased tray in air-fryer basket; spritz with cooking spray. Cook until golden brown, 4-5 minutes. Turn; spritz with cooking spray. Cook until golden brown, 4-5 minutes longer.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 99 calories, Fat 7g fat (4g saturated fat), Cholesterol 18mg cholesterol, Sodium 98mg sodium, Carbohydrate 8g carbohydrate (0 sugars, Fiber 0 fiber), Protein 2g protein.

AIR-FRIED CHOCOLATE-BANANA EMPANADAS WITH CINNAMON WHIPPED CREAM

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Sweet dessert empanadas, full of melty chocolate and creamy banana, are made in the air fryer and topped with cinnamon whipped cream for an easy dessert that's sure to impress.

Provided by Allrecipes

Categories Desserts Fruit Dessert Recipes Banana Dessert Recipes

Time 30m

Yield 10

Number Of Ingredients 12

Ingredients

1 egg
1 tablespoon water
1 (14 ounce) package empanada pastry discs
⅔ cup miniature semisweet chocolate chips
5 bananas, peeled and halved horizontally
1 tablespoon milk
1 tablespoon turbinado sugar, or as needed
1 cup heavy cream
2 tablespoons powdered sugar
1 teaspoon Mexican vanilla extract
¼ teaspoon ground cinnamon
1 pinch ground cinnamon

Steps:

Preheat the air fryer to 400 degrees F (200 degrees C).
Whisk together egg and water in a small bowl.
Place an empanada disc on a work surface. Place 1 tablespoon chocolate chips in the center of dough and top with 1/2 banana. Brush edges of empanada disc with egg mixture and fold in half, firmly pinching the edges to seal. Place on a baking sheet. Repeat process with remaining empanada discs, bananas, and chocolate chips.
Brush empanadas with milk and sprinkle with turbinado sugar. Place 3 to 4 empanadas in a single layer, being careful not to overcrowd, in the air fryer basket.
Cook in the air fryer until golden brown, 6 to 7 minutes. Remove to a platter and repeat with remaining empanadas.
Meanwhile, whip cream in a medium bowl with an electric mixer until soft peaks form. Add powdered sugar, vanilla extract, and 1/4 teaspoon cinnamon; whip until stiff peaks form. Top warm empanadas with cinnamon whipped cream and sprinkle with additional cinnamon.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 319.7 calories, Carbohydrate 44.5 g, Cholesterol 49.1 mg, Fat 15.4 g, Fiber 3.3 g, Protein 5.2 g, SaturatedFat 8.3 g, Sodium 198.7 mg, Sugar 16.4 g

Tips for Making Perfect Empanadas in an Air Fryer:

Use a good quality air fryer that is big enough to fit the empanadas without overcrowding them.
Make sure the empanadas are sealed properly before air frying them. This will prevent the filling from leaking out.
Preheat the air fryer to the desired temperature before adding the empanadas.
Cook the empanadas in a single layer in the air fryer basket. This will ensure that they cook evenly.
Flip the empanadas halfway through the cooking time. This will help them cook evenly on both sides.
Cook the empanadas until they are golden brown and crispy.

Conclusion:

Air frying empanadas is a quick, easy, and healthy way to enjoy this delicious snack. By following these tips, you can make perfect empanadas in your air fryer every time. Serve them with your favorite dipping sauce and enjoy!