Guava and Cheese Empanadas (Printable)

Flaky air-fried pastries with sweet guava and creamy cheese filling, ready in under 35 minutes.

# What You’ll Need:

→ Dough

01 - 1 package (14.1 oz) refrigerated pie dough or empanada dough
02 - 1 large egg, beaten for egg wash

→ Filling

03 - 4 oz guava paste, cut into 10 equal strips
04 - 4 oz cream cheese, cut into 10 equal pieces

# Directions:

01 - Set air fryer to 350°F and allow to reach temperature.
02 - Roll out dough and cut into 10 circles approximately 4 inches in diameter using a circular cutter or glass.
03 - Place one strip of guava paste and one piece of cream cheese in the center of each dough circle.
04 - Fold dough over filling to form a half-moon shape and press edges firmly with a fork to seal completely.
05 - Brush the top surface of each empanada with beaten egg for a golden finish.
06 - Place empanadas in air fryer basket in a single layer, cooking in batches if necessary to avoid overcrowding.
07 - Cook for 10 to 12 minutes until golden brown and crisp throughout.
08 - Remove from air fryer and let cool slightly before serving.

# Expert Hints:

01 -
  • Perfectly crispy and golden texture without the need for deep frying.
  • A mouthwatering balance of sweet fruit paste and tangy cream cheese.
  • Simple preparation with a total time of just 32 minutes.
02 -
  • Don't overcrowd the air fryer basket; cooking in batches ensures even air circulation and browning.
  • Wait a few minutes before eating as the guava filling can become very hot during the cooking process.
  • Use a circular cutter or a glass to get perfectly uniform dough rounds every time.
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