Simple Pineapple dessert | Paifala | Half moon pie | Samoan Cuisine | Dessert | Homemade

sugar

🥗Healthier: honey

💰Cheaper: brown sugar

Honey provides natural sweetness with fewer calories.

whipped cream

🥗Healthier: coconut cream

💰Cheaper: store-bought whipped topping

Coconut cream is dairy-free and adds a tropical flavor.

fresh fruits

🥗Healthier: frozen fruits

💰Cheaper: canned fruits

Frozen fruits are often more affordable and retain nutrients.

cornstarch

🥗Healthier: arrowroot powder

💰Cheaper: potato starch

Arrowroot is a natural thickener, while potato starch is cost-effective.

Mix 1/2 cup milk, 1 cup coconut milk, and 1/3 cup water in a bowl.

Add 2 teaspoons baking powder to the mixture and mix well.

In a separate bowl, combine 1 cup crushed pineapple with 1 cup sugar and mix thoroughly.

Heat the mixture on medium flame for 2 minutes until well combined.

Grease a convection oven tray with a few drops of oil.

Pour the mixture into the greased tray.

Create holes in the top of the mixture with a fork.

Bake in a convection oven for 5 minutes.

Once baked, let it cool before serving.

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