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    Apple Cheesecake Empanadas

    Published: Jan 29, 2010 Last updated: Mar 8, 2022 by Shelby Law Ruttan · As an Amazon Associate I earn from qualifying purchases.

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    Apple cheesecake filling inside and crispy outside dough!
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    Apple Cheesecake Empanada that has been cut in half

    These Apple Cheesecake Empanadas are made with wonton wrappers that have been filled with an apple cheesecake filling then fried to crispy perfection. A delicious, quick and easy to make dessert recipe your family will love!

    Apple Cheesecake Empanadas are slightly reminiscent of a cheesecake factory recipe that my former daughter-in-law used to enjoy. These fried apple cheesecake pies are just the perfect touch to end dinner. They are not too big and not too sweet.

    An Apple Cheesecake Empanada on a serving platter

    Why I made this recipe

    My former daughter-in-law loved Cheesecake Factory. When this recipe was first shared on Grumpy's Honeybunch, I myself had never eaten at the restaurant. Mainly, because it was not a local place for us. The closest one to us was over 2 hours away in Syracuse!

    Since it was such a loved recipe, Kristina decided she wanted to make this at home. She was so excited about it that I received a message that I had to go right over so I could try it! This is how it also happened to become a recipe on my website!

    A new family recipe

    This recipe for Apple Cheesecake Empanadas is now a family recipe on file and one that will be made for years to come. Family recipes are so important to my family and me and putting them here on my website is my way of preserving them for years to come for my children.

    I am very happy that Kristina shared this recipe with me and allowed me to post it! Now, if the craving hits for a crispy fried pie after we have had our dinner of Cheese Enchiladas with Red Sauce, then we have a go to recipe for it!

    What you need to make Apple Cheesecake Empanadas

    The process for making these Apple Cheesecake Empanadas is very simple. The one tool I recommend is an Empanada Press. This press is very versatile and can also be used to make ravioli or pierogies!

    You also need fresh apples for this recipe. I like to use the HoneyCrisp apple for this recipe. HoneyCrisp Apples are a nice crispy apple with great flavor. You can cook them down and they will still have "bite" to them, making them perfect for this recipe.

    However, if you want to take a shortcut, and use apple pie filling, that that is also completely acceptable! I have a recipe for my Mom's Homemade Apple Pie in a Jar that works perfectly in this recipe.

    Top Tips

    • These Apple Cheesecake Empanadas can be made in a couple of different ways. I tend to like to mix the apple pie filling into the cheesecake filling. However, you can also add the filling separately to the empanadas. Either way will work fine.
    • An Empanada Press will make them easier to assemble. However, it is not required to have one. You can simply place some filling in the wonton wrapper, fold it over, and seal with a little bit of water, pinching the edges together with your fingers.
    • You want to be sure you have a good seal on the wonton wrapper. If you don't get a good seal, you could end up with filling bursting out into the hot oil when cooking.
    Apple Cheesecake Empanada that has been cut in half

    Storing the Empanadas

    Apple Cheesecake Empanadas are easy to make ahead and freeze. Then you can pull them straight from the freezer and into the deep fryer when the craving hits. This is my preferred way to store extras that I know will not be eaten. This way, you get a freshly fried pie every time the craving hits.

    If you decide to fry them all at once and do have leftovers, you should store them in the refrigerator or freezer. They can easily be reheated in the oven at 350 degrees for 5-7 minutes, or in the microwave for just a few seconds. I recommend the oven method over the microwave for reheating although both ways work.

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    Apple Cheesecake Empanada that has been cut in half

    Apple Cheesecake Empanadas

    Shelby Law Ruttan
    Apple cheesecake filling inside and crispy outside dough!
    5 from 1 vote
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    Prep Time 15 mins
    Cook Time 5 mins
    Course Desserts
    Cuisine Mexican
    Servings 8
    Calories 574 kcal

    As an Amazon Associate I earn from qualifying purchases.

    Ingredients
      

    • 1 package 8 oz Philly Cream Cheese
    • ¼ cup sugar
    • ¼ cup sour cream
    • 1 tsp. vanilla
    • 2 Macintosh Apples
    • 2 teaspoons unsalted butter
    • 1 Tablespoon brown sugar
    • Eggroll wrappers
    • 2 cups Oil for frying

    Instructions
     

    • Cook apples with butter until soft. Stir in brown sugar and cook until sugar has dissolved. Cool completely.
    • Blend together 8 oz cream cheese, ¼ cup sugar, and ¼ cup sour cream, and 1 teaspoon vanilla extract.
    • Combine cream cheese mixture with apple filling.
    • Place eggroll wrapper on empanada maker. If you don't an empanada maker you can cut eggroll wrapper into large circles and use a small amount of water when sealing.
    • Place approximately 1 tablespoons of filling on one side of wrapper and fold to cover filling.
    • Deep fry in oil heated to 350 degrees until brown. Sprinkle with cinnamon sugar.

    Nutrition

    Serving: 2empanadasCalories: 574kcalCarbohydrates: 14gProtein: 1gFat: 59gSaturated Fat: 6gCholesterol: 7mgSodium: 7mgPotassium: 59mgFiber: 1gSugar: 13gVitamin A: 101IUVitamin C: 2mgCalcium: 11mgIron: 1mg
    Keyword Apple Cheesecake Empanadas, Cheesecake, empanadas
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    About Shelby Law Ruttan

    Shelby is the author/owner of Grumpy's Honeybunch. Established in 2007, she shares and preserves family recipes as well as recipes for cooking light and keto. She has authored the One-Pot Paleo Cookbook and The Pescatarian Keto Cookbook. She is an experienced, self-taught home cook who loves to share recipes with others. She also authors the websites Honeybunch Hunts and The Best Vegetarian Recipes. You can see her work on websites such as Veal Made Easy, Parade, Community Table, SoFab Food, Yummly, and FoodGawker.

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    1. Diana's Cocina

      February 28, 2010 at 6:06 am

      I made empanadas with my Mom as a kid. It was always fun and yummy. What an awesome idea to add cream cheese.

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    2. Sherry G

      February 08, 2010 at 6:52 pm

      That's such a cute idea! I can just imagine myself popping empanada after empanada into my mouth... mmmm!

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    3. Robin Sue

      February 03, 2010 at 1:37 am

      Wow what a very creative creation. Kristina you made a fantatic treat, I will have to try these out sometime soon!

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    4. averagebetty

      February 01, 2010 at 7:36 pm

      YUM! I haven't had a fried pie in forever! Love the addition of Cream Cheese! I think you've inspired Kristina 😉

      Reply
    5. pegasuslegend

      February 01, 2010 at 11:05 am

      wow a dessert that is genious wonderful looking as well~

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    6. Kathleen

      February 01, 2010 at 3:44 am

      OMG! This sounds so fab-u-lous!!!

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