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Gluten Free Beef & Cheese Empanadas

These gluten free empanadas are golden, flaky, and packed with savory flavor in every bite. Perfect for snacking or sharing at your next gathering.
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Equipment

  • food processor
  • 4-inch round cutter
  • Rolling Pin

Ingredients

For the Dough

  • 2 1/2 cups Gluten Free All-Purpose Flour
  • 1/2 tsp Salt
  • 1/2 cup Cold Butter
  • 1 large Egg
  • 1/3 cup Ice Water

For the Filling

  • 1/2 lb Ground Beef
  • 1/2 cup Diced Onion
  • 1 tsp Cumin
  • 1/2 tsp Salt
  • 1 cup Shredded Cheddar Cheese

Instructions

  • In a food processor, pulse the gluten free all-purpose flour, salt, and cubed cold butter until coarse crumbs form. Add the egg and ice water, pulsing until a dough ball forms. Wrap and chill for 30 minutes.
  • In a skillet, cook the ground beef and diced onion over medium heat until browned. Drain grease, add the cumin and salt, and let cool completely before mixing in the shredded cheddar cheese.
  • Preheat the oven to 400 degrees fahrenheit and line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
  • Roll out the chilled dough between parchment paper to 1/8 inch thick. Use a 4-inch round cutter to cut out dough circles.
  • Place a spoonful of the beef filling in the center of each circle. Fold the dough over to create a half-moon shape and crimp the edges tightly with a fork.
  • Place on the baking sheet, lightly brush with an egg wash if desired, and bake for 18 to 20 minutes until golden brown.
Course: Appetizer
Cuisine: Mexican
Keyword: beef and cheese, empanadas, gluten-free, gluten-free appetizer
Prep Time: 35 minutes
Cook Time: 30 minutes
Total Time: 1 hour 5 minutes
Servings: 12 pieces

Nutrition

Serving: 1serving | Calories: 285kcal | Carbohydrates: 30g | Protein: 7g | Fat: 15g
Calories: 285kcal
Cost: $14