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Gluten Free Empanadas

Savory Gluten Free Empanadas You Can Customize at Home

These Gluten Free Empanadas are perfect for busy weeknights and family gatherings, and they're fully customizable with your favorite fillings.
Prep Time 30 minutes
Cook Time 25 minutes
Chilling Time 30 minutes
Total Time 1 hour 25 minutes
Servings: 4 empanadas
Course: Dinner
Cuisine: Spanish
Calories: 250

Ingredients
  

Dough
  • 2 cups gluten-free all-purpose flour Feel free to experiment with almond or coconut flour.
  • 1 tsp salt Enhances flavor.
  • 1/2 cup unsalted butter Cold and cubed.
  • 1 large egg For binding.
  • cold water as needed To achieve the right consistency.
Filling
  • 2 cups cooked, shredded chicken Can be replaced with vegetables or other meats.
  • 1 cup cheese Cheddar, mozzarella, or your favorite.
  • 1 medium finely chopped onion Brings sweetness.
  • 1 medium diced bell pepper Adds crunch.
  • 1 tsp cumin Optional.
Finishing Touches
  • 1 large egg For egg wash.
  • as needed oil for frying Optional.

Equipment

  • Mixing Bowl
  • Skillet
  • Baking Sheet
  • Pastry Cutter
  • plastic wrap

Method
 

Prepare the Dough
  1. In a large mixing bowl, combine the gluten-free all-purpose flour and salt. Cut in the cold cubed unsalted butter until the mixture resembles coarse crumbs. Beat the egg in a separate bowl, then mix it into the flour mixture, adding cold water until a cohesive dough forms. Wrap in plastic wrap and refrigerate for 30 minutes.
Make the Filling
  1. Heat a skillet over medium heat, add oil, and sauté chopped onions and bell peppers for 4-5 minutes. Stir in shredded chicken and cumin, cooking for 2 more minutes, then mix in cheese until melted. Cool slightly.
Assemble the Empanadas
  1. Preheat oven to 375°F and line a baking sheet with parchment paper. Roll out the chilled dough to 1/8 inch thick. Use a round cutter to cut circles, then place filling on one half of each circle and fold to seal.
Egg Wash and Bake
  1. Transfer empanadas to the baking sheet. Beat an egg for egg wash and brush it over the empanadas. Bake for 20-25 minutes until golden brown.

Nutrition

Serving: 1empanadaCalories: 250kcalCarbohydrates: 30gProtein: 10gFat: 12gSaturated Fat: 7gPolyunsaturated Fat: 1gMonounsaturated Fat: 4gCholesterol: 80mgSodium: 350mgPotassium: 150mgFiber: 2gSugar: 1gVitamin A: 300IUVitamin C: 15mgCalcium: 200mgIron: 1.5mg

Notes

These empanadas can be frozen for up to 3 months. Bake from frozen at 375°F for about 30 minutes.

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