Cheese Empanadas

Golden and cheesy, these mozzarella empanadas are the perfect savory snack! Made with pre-made empanada dough, they’re easy to assemble and cook quickly in the air fryer for a crispy, flaky crust without the extra oil. Perfect as an appetizer, snack, or part of a party spread.

Cuisine

Latin American

Course

Appetizer

Difficulty

Easy

Duration

20 Minutes

Diet

Vegetarian

Cooking Technique

Air Fry

Keywords

All Air Fryers, Catalina Fizz, Cheese, Empanadas, Instant Pot Vortex Air Fryer, Mozzarella, Snack

Prep Time

10 Minutes

Cook Time

10 Minutes

Servings

10 Empanadas

Ingredients

1 cup of mozzarella cheese
1 package pre-made empanada dough (8-10 rounds)
1 large egg, beaten

Instructions

Place a round of empanada dough on a clean cutting board. With your fingers, lightly dip into water and wet the edges of the dough. Spoon a small amount of mozzarella cheese in the center of the dough, leaving enough room around the edges to fold.
Fold the dough over the filling to create a half-moon shape. Press the edges together firmly and crimp with a fork to seal.
Brush the tops of the empanadas with beaten egg for a golden finish.
Preheat the air fryer to 350°F / 177°C for 3 minutes.
Place empanadas in a single layer in the air fryer basket, working in batches if necessary to avoid overcrowding. Air Fry at 350°F / 177°C for 8-10 minutes, flipping halfway, until golden and crispy.
Remove empanadas from the air fryer and let cool slightly before serving. Enjoy warm with your favorite dipping sauce!