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Creamy Pumpkin Empanadas

Name: Creamy Pumpkin Empanadas
Prep time: 10 s
Cook time: 20 s
Total time: 30 s
Yield: 12
Cuisine: Mexican
Ingredients: 1/3 cup plus 2 tablespoons Libby’s® 100% Pure Pumpkin; ¼ cup Nestlé® La Lechera® Sweetened Condensed Milk; 1 large egg; 2 teaspoons all-purpose flour; ½ teaspoon pumpkin pie spice; 12 frozen store-bought empanada dough discsdefrosted; 1 large eggbeaten

Official LA LECHERA®

Level

Easy

Prep

10 min

Cook

20 min

Servings

Makes 12 servings, 1 empanada per serving

Creamy Pumpkin Empanadas is a delightful dish that brings a cozy autumnal feel to every bite. These pumpkin spice empanadas, perfect for any fall gathering or family dinner, offer a flavor profile that balances both sweet and savory elements, ideal for those crisp, cool evenings.

Crafted with Libby’s® 100% Pure Pumpkin and Official LA LECHERA® Sweetened Condensed Milk, these empanadas have a rich, creamy texture that melts in your mouth. The pumpkin and condensed milk filling is a silky mix, providing a delightful combination of sweetness with a hint of tanginess. You'll find that this recipe for pumpkin empanada filling leverages the natural sweetness of condensed milk to enhance the overall flavor.

Perfect for Thanksgiving or any fall occasion, this pumpkin empanadas recipe is an easy-to-make treat that’s a great entry-level recipe for beginners. These pumpkin empanadas are not only a crowd-pleaser but also a wonderful way to celebrate the autumn season, offering a taste that’s both comforting and nostalgic.