Taco Bell Caramel Apple Empanada: 290 calories
- 3gProtein
- 38gCarbs
- 14gFat
- 250mgSodium
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Official U.S. values from Taco Bell Nutrition Information (U.S., tacobell.com table served by Nutritionix), last checked October 25, 2026. Restaurants change recipes, so values in your area can differ. For allergens, see Taco Bell official allergen information.
Taco Bell Caramel Apple Empanada nutrition facts
| Item | Calories | Protein | Carbs | Fat | Sodium | Sat. fat | Sugar | Fiber | % of 2,000 cal |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Caramel Apple Empanada | 290 | 3g | 38g | 14g | 250mg | 4.5g | 15g | 1g | 15% |
The Taco Bell Caramel Apple Empanada is about 15% of a 2,000-calorie day and 11% of the 2,300mg daily sodium limit in the U.S. Dietary Guidelines.
How the Caramel Apple Empanada ranks
- The Caramel Apple Empanada is the 4th highest in calories of the 11 items in the Taco Bell “Sides & Sweets” menu, and 11th for protein per calorie.
- Across the 105 items of the same kind we track at 14 chains, it is the 47th lightest; their average is 333 calories.
How to make a Taco Bell order lighter
- Order the Black Beans instead: 240 fewer calories, 3g protein.
- Order the Black Beans & Rice instead: 130 fewer calories, 4g protein.
- Order the Pintos N Cheese instead: 120 fewer calories, 9g protein.
How long it takes to burn off
For a 155 lb person, the Taco Bell Caramel Apple Empanada takes about 65 minutes of brisk walking, 30 minutes of running (5 mph) or 30 minutes of cycling. Figures from Harvard Health’s calories-burned table; heavier people burn calories faster.
Compared with other restaurants
Similar-calorie desserts at other chains (same size where the chain has one):
- Starbucks Cheese Danish: 290 calories, 7g protein
- KFC Chocolate Chip Cake (1 slice): 300 calories, 4g protein
- Popeyes Cinnamon Apple Pie: 280 calories, 3g protein
- Dunkin' Boston Kreme Donut: 270 calories, 5g protein
- Pizza Hut Chocolate Donut Bites: 250 calories, 3g protein
Questions people ask
The Taco Bell Caramel Apple Empanada has 290 calories, with 3g of protein, 38g of carbs and 14g of fat, according to the restaurant’s official U.S. nutrition information.
The Black Beans has 50 calories, 240 fewer, and still keeps most of the protein.
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