Cooking Instructions

Follow these steps for perfect results

Ingredients

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24
servings
1 cup

plantain

sliced

2 tbsp

sweetened condensed milk

2 cup

all-purpose flour

divided

6 tbsp

ice water

1 tsp

cider vinegar

2 tbsp

powdered sugar

0.5 tsp

salt

0.5 cup

vegetable shortening

1 unit

cooking spray

5 tsp

2% reduced-fat milk

divided

0.25 cup

granulated sugar

0.25 cup

semisweet chocolate minichips

Step 1
~2 min

Preheat oven to 400°F (200°C).

Step 2
~2 min

To prepare the filling, cook plantain in boiling water for 10 minutes, or until tender.

Step 3
~2 min

Drain the plantain.

Step 4
~2 min

Combine the cooked plantain and condensed milk in a bowl.

Step 5
~2 min

Mash with a potato masher until well combined.

Step 6
~2 min

Set the plantain filling aside.

Step 7
~2 min

To prepare the dough, lightly spoon flour into dry measuring cups; level with a knife.

Step 8
~2 min

Combine 1/2 cup flour, ice water, and vinegar, stirring with a whisk until well blended to form a slurry.

Step 9
~2 min

Combine 1 1/2 cups flour, powdered sugar, and salt in a bowl.

Step 10
~2 min

Cut in shortening with a pastry blender or 2 knives until mixture resembles coarse meal.

Step 11
~2 min

Add slurry, tossing with a fork until moist.

Step 12
~2 min

Gently press dough into a 4-inch circle on 2 lengths of heavy-duty plastic wrap; cover with additional overlapping plastic wrap.

Step 13
~2 min

Roll dough, still covered, into an 18 x 12-inch rectangle.

Step 14
~2 min

Freeze for 10 minutes, or until wrap can be easily removed.

Step 15
~2 min

Remove wrap; place dough on a lightly floured surface.

Step 16
~2 min

Cut dough into 24 circles using a 3-inch round cutter.

Step 17
~2 min

Place circles on a baking sheet coated with cooking spray.

Key Technique: Baking
Step 18
~2 min

Lightly moisten edges of dough with water.

Step 19
~2 min

Spoon 2 teaspoons of plantain mixture into each circle.

Step 20
~2 min

Fold dough over filling; pinch edges together to seal.

Step 21
~2 min

Brush the tops of dough evenly with 1 tablespoon 2% milk.

Step 22
~2 min

Sprinkle evenly with granulated sugar.

Step 23
~2 min

Bake at 400°F (200°C) for 17 minutes, or until lightly browned.

Step 24
~2 min

Combine the chocolate chips and 2 teaspoons 2% milk in a small bowl.

Step 25
~2 min

Microwave on HIGH for 30 seconds; stir until smooth.

Step 26
~2 min

Drizzle melted chocolate over empanaditas.

Step 27
~2 min

Serve warm.

Pro Tips & Suggestions

Expert advice for the best results

For a crispier crust, brush with egg wash instead of milk.

Add a pinch of cinnamon to the plantain filling for extra flavor.

Cooking Experience

Everything you need to know before you start

Time & Preparation

Cleanup Time

15 minutes

Batch Cooking
Friendly
Make Ahead

Dough can be made ahead and frozen.

Freezable
Kid Friendly

Cooking Environment

Messiness Level
Medium
Smell Intensity
Moderate
Noise Level
Low
Elder Friendly
Suitable for seniors

Plating & Presentation

Serving Suggestions

Serve warm with a scoop of vanilla ice cream.

Offer alongside a cup of hot chocolate.

Perfect Pairings

Drink Pairings

Cultural Heritage

Discover the story behind this recipe

Origin & Tradition

Region of Origin

Latin America

Cultural Significance

Empanadas are a common pastry in many Latin American countries.

Style

Occasions & Celebrations

Festive Uses

Christmas
Dia de los Muertos

Occasion Tags

Holiday
Party
Snack

Popularity Score

70/100

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