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PREPARAMOS LA VERDADERA HOJALDRE PANAMEÑA EN CASA, DE PANAMÁ PA' EL MUNDO PANAMA 🇵🇦

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Hojaldre Panameña

Cultural Context

Hojaldre Panameña is a beloved pastry in Panama, often enjoyed during celebrations and family gatherings. Its flaky layers and sweet filling make it a favorite treat, showcasing the influence of Spanish pastry techniques in Panamanian cuisine. Today, variations can be found across Central America, each with unique fillings and flavors, but the essence of hojaldre remains a symbol of comfort and tradition.

PanamanianPAdessert
60 min
medium
6 servings
Servings4
1 LB de harina de trigo
1 taza de agua
1 cucharada de levadura
3 cucharadas de azucar
1 cucharada de sal

butter

🥗Healthier: coconut oil

💰Cheaper: margarine

Coconut oil provides a dairy-free option with similar texture.

cream cheese

🥗Healthier: Greek yogurt

💰Cheaper: ricotta cheese

Greek yogurt reduces calories while maintaining creaminess.

1

Mix flour, yeast, and salt in a bowl.

2

Add water gradually, mixing until dough forms.

3

Knead dough on a floured surface until smooth, about 5 minutes.

4

Wrap dough in plastic wrap and refrigerate for 30 minutes.

5

Roll out dough into a rectangle on a floured surface.

6

Fold dough into thirds, then roll out again into a rectangle.

7

Repeat folding and rolling process two more times for flaky layers.

8

Preheat oven to 375°F (190°C).

9

Cut dough into desired shapes for pastries.

10

Place pastries on a baking sheet lined with parchment paper.

11

Brush tops with beaten egg for a golden finish.

12

Bake for 20-25 minutes until puffed and golden brown.

13

Let cool slightly before dusting with powdered sugar.

Cooking Techniques

mixingkneadingrollingbaking

Equipment Needed

mixing bowlrolling pinbaking sheetparchment paperplastic wrapoven

Spice Level:

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Allergens

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Also Known As

Panamanian Puff PastryHojaldre

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