Spice up your dessert game with these delicious and unique Mexican Pumpkin Empanadas.

These pumpkin empanadas are a delightful twist on the traditional savory empanadas, featuring a sweet, spiced pumpkin filling enclosed in a buttery, flaky pastry shell. Perfect for fall gatherings or as a festive dessert, these empanadas are sure to be a hit with family and friends.

Ingredients

• 2 cups canned pumpkin puree
• 1/2 cup brown sugar
• 1 tsp cinnamon
• 1/2 tsp nutmeg
• 1/4 tsp cloves
• 1/4 tsp salt
• 1 package refrigerated pie crusts (2 crusts)
• 1 egg, beaten
• 1 tbsp sugar for sprinkling (optional)

Directions

1. Preheat oven to 375°F.
2. In a mixing bowl, combine pumpkin puree, brown sugar, cinnamon, nutmeg, cloves, and salt.
3. Roll out pie crusts on a floured surface and cut out circles using a cookie cutter or a small bowl.
4. Place a spoonful of pumpkin filling in the center of each circle.
5. Fold the circles in half and crimp the edges with a fork to seal.
6. Place empanadas on a baking sheet lined with parchment paper.
7. Brush the tops with beaten egg and sprinkle with sugar, if desired.
8. Bake for 20-25 minutes or until golden brown.
9. Allow to cool slightly before serving.

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