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These Sweet Potato Empanadas are mouth-watering and comforting! They’re easy to make and packed with nutrition too!

 

 

This sweet potato empanada recipe has a golden-brown crust that you’ll love!

And inside is a savory mix of sweet potatoes, black beans, and a hint of chili powder. It’s a flavor fiesta baby!

The sweet potatoes add a natural sweetness that balances the savory perfectly.

Plus those golden brown, crispy edges wrapped around a soft flavorful filling? The perfect texture contrast!

And it works as a snack, side, or even a light meal! Which means you can serve it whenever!

You can tweak the fillings based on what you have in your pantry too! Easily customizable!

This empanada recipe sweet potato is a hit at parties! Kids and adults can’t get enough of them!

 

 

What Ingredients Are in Sweet Potato Empanadas?

A bit of filling in the center of each circle and you’re going to have the best empanadas!

Here’s the ingredients list:

• Sweet potatoes: Roasted until tender.
• Olive oil: For roasting the potatoes.
• Chili powder, kosher salt, and black pepper: Seasonings!
• Yellow onion: Sautéed until translucent.
• Butter: For sautéing the onion.
• Rotel and black beans: The heart of the filling!
• Empanada dough: Can be store-bought or homemade dough. Try this Empanada Dough recipe or Flaky Buttery Crust.
• Egg wash: For the golden-brown shine!

Pro Tips: 

• Dice potatoes uniformly for even cooking.
• Keep your dough chilled until ready to use. It’s easier to handle and has a flakier crust.
• Rolling the empanada dough on a lightly floured surface will help it not stick.
• Don’t forget to lightly flour the rolling pin too!
• If you are in a pinch, you can use pie crust for your dough circles. 

 

 

How to Make Sweet Potato Empanadas?

Empanadas with a sweet potato and black bean filling? Sign me up!

You can find more detailed instructions below on the printable recipe card.

But here’s what you need to know:

1. Toss potatoes with olive oil and spices, then roast.
2. Sauté onions In butter then mix with the roasted sweet potatoes, black beans, and Rotel.
3. Spoon the filling onto dough rounds, fold, and seal with a bit of egg wash.
4. Bake until a beautiful golden brown!

Pro Tips:

• Don’t overfill the empanadas with the sweet potato mixture to avoid leaks!
• Using the tines of a fork to crimp the edges adds a nice decorative touch.
• Use a pastry brush to get the egg wash.
• If you choose a different cooking method, just be sure your empanadas cook all the way.
• The chili powder adds a medium heat. Increase or decrease it as much as you want.

 

 

How to Store Sweet Potato Empanadas?

Storing sweet potato empanadas is super easy! 

Once they’ve cooled down to room temperature, place them in an airtight container. 

Enjoy them in the next few days. So easy!

 

 

Can You Freeze Sweet Potato Empanadas?

Absolutely you can freeze the sweet potato empanada recipes! 

Freeze them on a baking sheet first to keep them from sticking together.

I always recommend that! It makes it so much easier when you actually want to eat them!

Then transfer to a freezer bag. They’ll be your future self’s best surprise!

 

 

How Long Do Sweet Potato Empanadas Last?

As long as they’ve been kept in the fridge, you can enjoy black bean empanadas within 3-4 days. 

And if frozen, they have the best quality for about a month. 

Though you could eat them for up to three months frozen.

 

 

Can You Make Sweet Potato Empanadas Ahead of Time?

Yes you can make these Latin America empanadas ahead of time! And it’s a great idea! 

You can prep the filling or even assemble the empanadas a day ahead. 

Just bake them when you’re ready for a fresh, warm treat!

I don’t recommend going any more than a day before you need them though. 

After that I just don’t think they have the same quality.

 

 

Are Sweet Potato Empanadas Vegan?

As written, these savory empanadas aren’t vegan. It’s got butter and an egg wash. So definitely not vegan.

However, it’s super easy to veganize! 

Swap the butter for your favorite plant-based alternative. 

And then use a dairy-free milk wash or a simple olive oil brush on the top of each empanada before baking. 

This way, everyone can enjoy these delightful treats! Whatever their dietary preferences.

 

 

Are Sweet Potato Empanadas Healthy?

Yes, this sweet potato empanadas recipe  are a very healthy addition to your diet! 

Sweet potatoes are a great source of fiber, vitamins, and minerals. Plus protein and more! 

You can feel super good about serving these!

Control the portion of the dough and use healthy cooking methods.

You can enjoy these empanadas with no guilt. 

 

 

What to Serve with Sweet Potato Empanadas?

Sweet potato empanadas can go with a bunch of different dishes! 

Which means you can serve them in so may different ways!

Here are a few Simple Side Dishes you’ll love:

• Mexican Sour Cream Rice
• Buttery Jasmine Rice
• Avocado Dip
• Black Bean Salsa Recipe
• Mexican Jasmine Rice
• Pineapple Rice Pudding
• Avocado Corn Dip
• Esquites Recipe
• Mexican Street Corn Soup
• Chicken and Avocado Salad
• Chipotle Cauliflower Rice
• Mexican Black Beans Recipe

 

 

Savory fillings of sweet potatoes and black beans with the flaky crust of the empanada dough! These Sweet Potato Empanadas are packed with flavor! Enjoy!

 

 

 

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