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Vegan Semita de Piña Salvadoreña

Cultural Context

Semita de Piña is a traditional Salvadoran dessert, often enjoyed during celebrations and family gatherings. This sweet, moist cake features pineapple, which adds a tropical flavor, and is typically made with simple ingredients that reflect the resourcefulness of Salvadoran cuisine. In modern times, variations include vegan adaptations to cater to dietary preferences, making this beloved cake accessible to a wider audience.

SalvadoranSVdessert
45 min
medium
6 servings
Servings4
2 cups all-purpose flour
2 cups whole grain flour
6 ounces shortening
1/2 cup sugar
1/2 teaspoon dark vanilla
1 tablespoon baking powder
1/2 teaspoon instant yeast
1 egg
cold water as needed
pineapple jam

coconut milk

🥗Healthier: almond milk

💰Cheaper: soy milk

Almond milk is lower in calories and can be used as a milk substitute.

coconut oil

🥗Healthier: applesauce

💰Cheaper: vegetable oil

Applesauce reduces fat and adds moisture.

all-purpose flour

🥗Healthier: whole wheat flour

💰Cheaper: oat flour

Whole wheat flour increases fiber content.

sugar

🥗Healthier: agave syrup

💰Cheaper: honey

Agave syrup is lower on the glycemic index.

1

Combine shortening, sugar, egg, instant yeast, and a pinch of salt in a bowl and mix by hand for about 5 minutes until well combined.

2

In a separate bowl, mix all-purpose flour and whole grain flour with baking powder.

3

Gradually add the flour mixture to the wet ingredients and incorporate cold water as needed to form a dough.

4

Knead the dough for about 10 minutes until it becomes elastic and not sticky.

5

Cover the dough with plastic wrap and let it rest for 10 minutes.

6

Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C).

7

Roll out the dough and shape it to fit the baking dish.

8

Spread pineapple jam over the dough and fold it over, sealing the edges.

9

Make decorative cuts on top to prevent puffing during baking.

10

Bake in the preheated oven for 30 minutes.

Cooking Techniques

mixingbaking

Equipment Needed

mixing bowlbaking dishrolling pin

Spice Level:

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Allergens

gluten

Also Known As

Salvadoran Pineapple CakeSemita de Piña

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