Taste the Tropics with Costa Rican Banana Empanadas

Taste the Tropics with Costa Rican Banana Empanadas

Get ready for a delicious adventure your whole family will love! Our Costa Rican Banana Empanadas printable recipe is a fun, hands-on kitchen activity that brings culture, flavor, and learning all together in one tasty treat.

Perfect for little helpers and curious taste buds, this recipe turns simple ingredients into golden, cheesy empanadas with a soft banana dough and melty mozzarella filling. Yum!

Why Families Love This Recipe

Your child can mash, mix, and shape the dough with your help, making it a perfect bonding activity. These banana empanadas are made with just a few pantry staples and cooked right in a pan, so no oven is needed.

Plus, they’re naturally sweet, a little cheesy, and a lot of fun to make together.

Try This While You Cook Together!

Ask your child: 

  • What happens when you mash the banana?

  • How does the dough feel in your hands?

  • What shape should our empanadas be today?

You can even play with toppings! Try sprinkling cinnamon, a little sugar, or even a drizzle of honey for extra flair.

 


Download Your Printable Recipe and Start Cooking

Print your free Costa Rican Banana Empanadas recipe and enjoy a cozy afternoon of cooking, learning, and laughing with your child. Whether it’s for a cultural study, a weekend treat, or just for fun, this sweet little recipe will warm your hearts and your tummies.

 

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