These are small, savory pastries filled with ingredients commonly found on pizza. They represent a fusion of traditional Hispanic empanadillas and Italian pizza, offering a convenient and portable way to enjoy familiar flavors. For example, a typical filling might include tomato sauce, mozzarella cheese, and pepperoni, encased in a flaky, baked or fried dough.
The appeal lies in the combination of convenience and flavor familiarity. These provide a quick and relatively inexpensive meal or snack option. Their compact size and self-contained nature make them ideal for on-the-go consumption. Furthermore, the combination leverages the widespread popularity of pizza and the established cultural acceptance of empanadillas.
