Empanadas de Piña / Pineapple empanadas - Pastelitos de Piña

butter

🥗Healthier: coconut oil

💰Cheaper: margarine

Coconut oil is a healthier fat option.

pineapple filling

🥗Healthier: fresh pineapple

💰Cheaper: canned pineapple

Fresh pineapple is lower in sugar and more nutritious.

powdered sugar

🥗Healthier: stevia

💰Cheaper: granulated sugar

Stevia reduces calories while sweetening.

all-purpose flour

🥗Healthier: whole wheat flour

💰Cheaper: all-purpose flour

Whole wheat flour adds fiber and nutrients.

Mix flour, sugar, and salt in a bowl.

Cut in butter until mixture resembles coarse crumbs.

Add eggs and vanilla extract; mix until dough forms.

Chill dough in the refrigerator for 30 minutes.

Prepare pineapple filling by cooking pineapple with sugar and cinnamon until thickened.

Roll out dough on a floured surface to 1/8 inch thick.

Cut dough into circles using a cutter.

Place a spoonful of pineapple filling in the center of each circle.

Fold dough over filling and seal edges with a fork.

Preheat oven to 375°F (190°C) if baking.

Arrange empanadas on a baking sheet and brush with milk.

Bake for 20-25 minutes until golden brown, or fry until crispy.

Dust with powdered sugar before serving.

Cooking Techniques

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