Cinnamon apple empanadas

Soft crust like empanada on the outside with a warm apple and cinnamon inside these Apple Cinnamon Empanadas (Empanadas de Manzana y Canela) are like a hand held warm apple pie. You won't be able to just eat one!

Apple empanadas a light, flakey pastry filled with a sweet apple filling are the perfect dessert to welcome fall season. Apples simmered in brown sugar, lemon juice and cinnamon are wrapped in a flaky homemade empanada dough.

Apple Cinnamon Empanadas or Pastelitos are crisp, sweet, and delicious. These empanadas can be used for an easy dessert, party appetizer, or snack. Furthermore, Apple Cinnamon Empanadas have the warmth of a homemade Apple Pie but in a bite-sized treat. These delicious empanadas have the strength to be served alone or can be topped with powdered sugar, dairy-free ice cream, or additional Cinnamon Apples for added layers of flavor. Enjoy!

These Apple Empanadas are made with homemade empanada dough, a classic apple pie filling, and an icing sugar glaze. They're a surprisingly easy dessert to make either baked or fried, with simple ingredients and a super delicious end result, reminiscent of the popular McDonald's Apple Pie.

Apple Cinnamon Filling - Here is a delicious apple cinnamon filling recipe loaded with fresh apples that can be used in many different fall dessert recipes.

Gone, but not forgotten.

Our apple empanadas are light, flakey pastries filled with a sweet apple filling and finished with a drizzle of caramel sauce and a sprinkle of flaky sea salt. They are the perfect fall treat! We used puff pastry which makes these dessert empanadas super easy to make. This recipe also works with homemade pie crust (or even the store-bought kind). And if you want to make them gluten-free, you can purchase gluten free puff pastry or make our gluten-free pie crust.

Creating Taco Bell’s apple empanada is such a rewarding experience. The crispy crust combined with the warm, cinnamon-spiced apple filling makes it a standout dessert. One thing I appreciate is how it’s perfect for a quick snack or dessert. Try this recipe and bring a taste of Taco Bell to your home! #TacoBellAppleEmpanadaRecipe #TacoBell #AppleEmpanada