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Pineapple Empanadas (Empanadas de Piña)

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Pineapple Empanadas, or Empanadas de Piña, are traditional Mexican pastries filled with sweet pineapple jam and wrapped in a soft, buttery dough. They’re perfect for breakfast, dessert, or as a sweet snack.

Ingredients

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  • 2 1/2 cups all-purpose flour
  • 1/4 cup granulated sugar
  • 1/2 tsp baking powder
  • 1/4 tsp salt
  • 1/2 cup unsalted butter, cold and cubed
  • 2 large eggs
  • 1/4 cup milk
  • 1 tsp vanilla extract
  • 1 cup pineapple preserves or jam
  • 1 egg (for egg wash)
  • Optional: extra sugar for sprinkling

Instructions

  1. In a large bowl, whisk together flour, sugar, baking powder, and salt.
  2. Add cold butter and cut into the flour mixture until it resembles coarse crumbs.
  3. In a separate bowl, whisk together eggs, milk, and vanilla extract. Add to the flour mixture and stir until a dough forms.
  4. Knead gently on a floured surface until smooth. Wrap and chill for 30 minutes.
  5. Preheat oven to 375°F (190°C) and line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
  6. Roll out dough to about 1/8 inch thickness and cut into circles (about 4-5 inches in diameter).
  7. Place 1-2 teaspoons of pineapple preserves in the center of each circle. Fold over and seal edges with a fork.
  8. Place empanadas on the baking sheet, brush with egg wash, and optionally sprinkle with sugar.
  9. Bake for 18–22 minutes or until golden brown.
  10. Cool slightly before serving.

Notes

  • You can use homemade or store-bought pineapple jam.
  • Make sure edges are sealed well to prevent filling from leaking during baking.
  • These empanadas are delicious warm or at room temperature.

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