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12 Sweet And Savory Empanada Recipes

12 Sweet And Savory Empanada Recipes

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Looking for delicious and easy to make empanada recipes both sweet and savory? Find them here!

If you're hunting for an easy meal that requires simple ingredients and little time preparation, there's seriously nothing better than a no-fuss empanada recipe. They're handy pocket-sized treats packed with delicious fillings that can either be sweet or savory. They are perfect for small get-togethers, picnics and parties, after-school snacks, and office meals. They even make a simple dinner and dessert for those nights when you're the busiest. We have a dozen of sweet and savory empanada recipes you need to try!

Empanada Recipes for a Sweet & Savory Treat

1. Blueberry Goat Cheese Empanadas

Blueberry Goat Cheese Empanadas | Sweet And Savory Empanada Recipes
Blueberry Goat Cheese Empanadas Photo by Jo Cooks

Spoil your sweet tooth with these incredibly sweet empanadas stuffed with creamy goat cheese and fresh blueberries. Who would have thought blueberries pair with goat cheese will make a delicious and sweet empanada filling?

2. Taco Empanadas

Taco Empanadas | Sweet And Savory Empanada Recipes
Taco Empanadas Photo by Old El Paso

Fill your empanadas with a delicious mixture of ground beef, refried beans, and Monterrey Jack cheese. These are perfect for game day or any other days. Taco empanadas for the win!

3. Pumpkin Empanadas

Pumpkin Empanadas | Sweet And Savory Empanada Recipes
Pumpkin Empanadas Photo by Laylita's Recipes

Caramelized pumpkin, also known as “dulce de zapallo,” is what makes these empanadas such a treat. These tasty pumpkin empanadas are packed with fall flavor which never goes out of style!

4. Caramel Apple Empanadas

Caramel Apple Empanadas | Sweet And Savory Empanada Recipes
Caramel Apple Empanadas Photo by Mom On Timeout

McDonald's has nothing on these caramel apple empanadas. If you want a simple yet impressive dessert recipe, these rich empanadas won't disappoint.

5. Spicy Beef Empanadas

Spicy Beef Empanadas | Sweet And Savory Empanada Recipes
Spicy Beef Empanadas Photo by Pillsbury

If you're looking for a satisfying meal that's easy to cook for tonight, we've got you set! This is an easy empanada recipe with beef and a kick of spiciness. Something to look forward!

6. BBQ Chicken Empanadas

BBQ Chicken Empanadas | Sweet And Savory Empanada Recipes
BBQ Chicken Empanadas Photo by That's What Che Said

If you love BBQ, you'll sure love this chicken empanada recipe packed with shreds of chicken and smothered in BBQ sauce and mozzarella cheese.

7. Chocolate Dulce de Leche Empanadas

Chocolate Dulce de Leche Empanadas | Sweet And Savory Empanada Recipes
Chocolate Dulce de Leche Empanadas Photo by Laylita's Recipes

Change your mood from bad to good with these lip-smacking empanadas made with homemade chocolate dough and creamy dulce de leche or caramel.

8. Spicy Pork & Cheddar Empanadas

Spicy Pork & Cheddar Empanadas | Sweet And Savory Empanada Recipes
Spicy Pork & Cheddar Empanadas Photo by Cabot Cheese

Start your meal off right with these appetizer-sized empanadas that come with seasoned spicy pork and sharp cheddar. They're so good you won't stop at just one.

9. Black Bean Baked Empanadas

Black Bean Baked Empanadas | Sweet And Savory Empanada Recipes
Black Bean Baked Empanadas Photo by Hip 2 Save

This is a simple black bean empanada recipe that's definitely hearty with a few simple ingredients. It's the perfect choice when you crave for something savory with less oil.

10. Berry Sweet Empanadas

Berry Sweet Empanadas | Sweet And Savory Empanada Recipes
Berry Sweet Empanadas Photo by Roxana's Home Baking

Summer berries such as blackberries and raspberries make these empanadas just so delightful. There's something so unique and mouthwatering with berries and cheese combo.

11. Chicken Bacon Ranch Empanadas

Chicken Bacon Ranch Empanadas | Sweet And Savory Empanada Recipes
Chicken Bacon Ranch Empanadas Photo by What's cooking, love?

These are meaty empanadas you can put together in no time using store-bought pie crusts. Chicken, bacon, and ranch make a great blend of flavoring for empanada fillings. A must try!

12. Mushroom Cheese Empanadas

Mushroom Cheese Empanadas | Sweet And Savory Empanada Recipes
Mushroom Cheese Empanadas Photo by NoshOn.It

Get ready for the earthy vibes from these tangy and sweet pockets of mushroom and fontina cheese. Pretty simple but absolutely mouth-watering. If you're a huge fan of mushroom then this recipe is the best option.

Learn how to make melt-in-your-mouth empanada dough with this simple step-by-step tutorial from The Frugal Chef:

Now that you know a dozen empanada recipes, make sure to serve your family delicious and hearty snack any time of the day. The best thing about empanadas is you won't run out of ideas for the fillings. You can mix different flavors base on your cravings. Empanadas are so easy and simple but hearty and satisfying all at once. Try these recipes for a quick treat today!

What do you think of these sweet and savory empanada recipes? Which recipe are you planning to try? Share your experience with us in the comments section below.

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Editor’s Note: This post was originally published on January 20, 2016, and has been updated for quality and relevancy.

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