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Turkey Shaped Breakfast Empanadas Recipe

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  • Author: Jack
  • Total Time: 45 minutes
  • Yield: 6 empanadas 1x
  • Diet: Low Fat

Description

These Turkey Shaped Breakfast Empanadas combine fluffy scrambled eggs, savory turkey bacon, and melted cheddar cheese encased in flaky puff pastry. Perfectly shaped like festive turkeys, these empanadas make a delightful and visually appealing breakfast or brunch treat that’s easy to prepare and enjoy.

Ingredients

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Egg Mixture

  • 6 Small Eggs
  • Salt to taste
  • Ground Black Pepper to taste
  • 1 teaspoon Shredded Cheddar Cheese (optional, for mixing)

Filling

  • 1/2 cup Shredded Cheddar Cheese
  • 6 slices Turkey Bacon, chopped into small pieces

Dough

  • 1 package Puff Pastry

Instructions

  1. Prepare Egg Mixture: In a bowl, whisk together 6 small eggs with a dash of salt and ground black pepper to taste. Optionally, stir in 1 teaspoon of shredded cheddar cheese to the mixture for extra flavor.
  2. Cook Scrambled Eggs: Pour most of the egg mixture into a preheated pan and cook, stirring gently until scrambled and fully set. Reserve some of the uncooked egg mixture for basting the puff pastry dough later.
  3. Prepare Turkey Bacon: Chop all 6 slices of turkey bacon into small pieces for the filling.
  4. Cut Puff Pastry: Roll out the puff pastry sheet on a clean surface. Using a turkey-shaped cookie cutter, cut out turkey-shaped pieces from the puff pastry dough.
  5. Fill Empanadas: On one side of each turkey-shaped pastry, add a filling layer of chopped turkey bacon, scrambled eggs, and 1/2 cup shredded cheddar cheese evenly distributed among the pieces.
  6. Seal Empanadas: Fold the dough to close and use the tines of a fork to crimp and seal the edges of each empanada securely. Make two small punctures at the top of each empanada to allow steam to escape during baking.
  7. Prepare for Baking: Place the sealed empanadas on a parchment-lined baking sheet. Use the reserved raw egg mixture to baste the tops of the empanadas for a golden finish.
  8. Bake: Preheat the oven to 350°F (180°C) and bake the empanadas for 30 minutes until the puff pastry is golden brown and flaky.
  9. Cool and Serve: Remove from the oven and allow to cool slightly before serving. Enjoy your turkey-shaped breakfast empanadas warm!

Notes

  • You can substitute turkey bacon with regular bacon if preferred.
  • Make sure to seal the edges well to prevent filling from leaking during baking.
  • Adding a small amount of cheese to the eggs while scrambling enhances flavor and texture.
  • Use fresh puff pastry sheets for best results; thaw if frozen before use.
  • These empanadas can be reheated in the oven or air fryer to maintain crispiness.
  • Prep Time: 15 minutes
  • Cook Time: 30 minutes
  • Category: Breakfast
  • Method: Baking
  • Cuisine: American

Keywords: breakfast empanadas, turkey bacon, puff pastry, scrambled eggs, cheddar cheese, savory breakfast, baked empanadas

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