Crispy Pumpkin Croissant Empanadas
A Mexican-inspired dessert featuring crispy croissant dough wrapped around a spiced pumpkin filling. Perfect for a sweet treat.
Ingredients
- ●1 cup, cooked and mashed Pumpkin
- ●4, cut into small pieces Croissant
- ●a pinch, to taste Peppery
- ●1/2 tsp Cinnamon
- ●1/4 tsp Nutmeg
- ●1/4 cup Granulated Sugar
- ●1, beaten Eggs
- ●1/4 cup Vegetable Oil
Instructions
- 1
Preheat the oven to 375°F (190°C).
- 2
In a medium bowl, combine the pumpkin, cinnamon, nutmeg, and sugar. Mix well.
- 3
Add the beaten eggs to the pumpkin mixture and mix until smooth.
- 4
Add the chopped croissant pieces to the pumpkin mixture and mix until well combined.
- 5
On a lightly floured surface, roll out the croissant pieces into thin sheets.
- 6
Place a tablespoon of the pumpkin mixture onto one half of each croissant sheet.
- 7
Fold the other half over the filling and press the edges to seal.
- 8
Heat the vegetable oil in a large skillet over medium heat.
- 9
Fry the empanadas until golden brown, then transfer to a baking sheet.
- 10
Bake for 10-12 minutes, or until crispy and golden brown.
- 11
Serve warm and enjoy.