Sweet Salvadoran Pineapple Empanadas (Empanadas de Piña Dulces Salvadoreñas)

Empanadas de Piña Dulces Salvadoreñas, or Sweet Salvadoran Pineapple Empanadas, are a popular dessert in El Salvador. These delicious pastries are filled with sweet pineapple filling and are perfect for serving at special occasions or as a sweet treat any time.

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Sweet Salvadoran Pineapple Empanadas (Empanadas de Piña Dulces Salvadoreñas)

Ingredients

  • 3 cups all-purpose flour
  • 1/2 cup sugar
  • 1/2 teaspoon salt
  • 1/2 cup unsalted butter, cold and cut into small pieces
  • 1/2 cup water
  • 2 cups diced pineapple
  • 1/2 cup brown sugar
  • 1 teaspoon cinnamon
  • 1/4 teaspoon nutmeg
  • 1/4 teaspoon vanilla extract
  • 1 tablespoon cornstarch
  • Vegetable oil for frying

Instructions

  1. In a large bowl, combine the flour, sugar, and salt. Cut in the butter using a pastry cutter or fork until the mixture resembles coarse crumbs.
  2. Gradually add the water, mixing until the dough comes together. Divide the dough into 12 equal portions and shape each into a ball. Cover with a clean kitchen towel and let rest for 15 minutes.
  3. In a saucepan, combine the diced pineapple, brown sugar, cinnamon, nutmeg, vanilla extract, and cornstarch. Cook over medium heat, stirring constantly, until the mixture thickens. Remove from heat and let it cool.
  4. On a floured surface, roll out each dough ball into a circle. Place a spoonful of the pineapple filling in the center of each circle. Fold the dough over the filling to create a half-moon shape and press the edges to seal.
  5. In a deep skillet, heat the vegetable oil over medium heat. Fry the empanadas in batches until golden brown on both sides. Drain on paper towels.
  6. Serve the empanadas warm and enjoy!

Cooking & Preparation

Preparation time:
30 minutes
Cooking time:
20 minutes
Total time:
50 minutes
Cooking method
Stovetop

Nutritional facts per 1 serving

Calories
200 per serving
Carbohydrates
30g
Fat
8g
Protein
2g

Supplies

Large bowl Pastry cutter or fork Clean kitchen towel Saucepan Rolling pin Deep skillet Paper towels

Tools

Pastry cutter or fork Rolling pin

Serving suggestions

Serve the empanadas with a sprinkle of powdered sugar on top and a side of vanilla ice cream for a delicious dessert.

Tips & tricks

For a shortcut, you can use store-bought pie crust instead of making the dough from scratch.

Cost

$10