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About our Empanadas and Canastitas
At Carito’s Gourmet Empanadas, we believe empanadas are more than food—they’re a snack for any moment of life. Perfect to pack in the kids’ lunchboxes, take to the beach, enjoy at the office, or share with friends alongside a cold beer or a good glass of wine. Our sweet varieties even double as a delightful dessert or a quick fix for those sudden cravings.
Every empanada we make carries the same passion and care you’d expect from a homemade recipe passed down through generations. Our puff pastry shells are light, crispy, and tender, puffing beautifully when baked to reveal their signature layers. Each one is hand-filled, carefully crimped with the traditional repulgue, and crafted with love—just like grandma used to make.
We also keep convenience in mind. Our empanadas can be frozen raw to bake fresh at home (about 30–40 minutes at 350°F), or purchased baked and ready to reheat. Simply warm them in the oven or air fryer for a few minutes, and you’ll have that same golden, flaky bite as if they just came out of our kitchen.
A Taste of Argentina in Every Bite
Empanadas are the perfect anytime snack—great for school lunchboxes, a day at the beach, office breaks, or gathering with friends over a beer or a good glass of wine. Our sweet empanadas are just as versatile—whether you're looking for a delicious dessert or craving a little something sweet.
Handmade with Love and Flavor
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Our Signature Puff Pastry Shell
We use a light, flaky puff pastry—crisp, tender, and irresistibly golden when baked. Every empanada is hand-filled and finished with a traditional repulgue (crimped edge)—a signature that makes each one unique, just like grandma used to make.
Bake Now or Save for Later
Our empanadas are freezer-friendly and easy to prepare at home: To bake from frozen (raw): Preheat oven to 180°C / 350°F and bake for 30–40 minutes Already baked? Reheat in the air fryer at 200°C / 400°F for 4–5 minutes, or warm in the oven until heated through
carolinarugiero@gmail.com
239-224-0294
Cape Coral, Florida
