Light Pineapple Empanadas

Light Pineapple Empanadas Recipe

Hello! We are going to prepare some delicious Light Pineapple Empanadas, a homemade sweet treat that combines the tropical freshness of pineapple with a light and crispy dough. They are ideal for those looking for a dessert or snack option with fewer calories, without sacrificing flavor or texture. Perfect for sharing and for everyone to enjoy a sweet lightness.

Preparation time

To better organize your kitchen, here is the approximate time to make these empanadas:

• Preparation: 30 minutes
• Cooking: 25 minutes
• Total: 55 minutes
• Servings: 12 empanadas
• Difficulty: Easy

Ingredients

For the dough:

• 1 cup of all-purpose wheat flour
• 1/2 cup of butter or margarine
• 4 ounces of cream cheese (cream cheese), softened and at room temperature

For the filling:

• 1 (8-ounce) jar of well-drained pineapple jam

To finish:

• 1/4 cup of powdered sugar for coating (optional)

If you don't have cream cheese on hand, you can substitute it with soft cottage cheese or sour cream, which provide similar creaminess without affecting the light texture. For butter, vegetable margarine also works well and can help you reduce calories.

Utensils we will use

• Large mixing bowl
• Sharp knife and cutting board
• Rolling pin or tortilla press
• Circular mold or glass for cutting the dough
• Oven and baking sheet with parchment paper
• Spatula or spoon for filling
• Small container for powdered sugar

Preparation

1. Prepare the dough

1. Mix dry and fatty ingredients:
   • Put the flour in the large bowl.
   • Add the butter or margarine and the cream cheese.
   • Use your hands or a whisk to combine until a homogeneous and smooth dough forms.
2. Put the flour in the large bowl.
3. Add the butter or margarine and the cream cheese.
4. Use your hands or a whisk to combine until a homogeneous and smooth dough forms.
5. Let the dough rest:
   • Cover with a cloth or plastic wrap and let rest at room temperature for about 30 minutes.
   • This step helps the dough firm up and prevents it from breaking when forming the empanadas.
6. Cover with a cloth or plastic wrap and let rest at room temperature for about 30 minutes.
7. This step helps the dough firm up and prevents it from breaking when forming the empanadas.

2. Form the empanadas

1. Prepare the dough portions:
   • Take a little dough and form balls the size of your palm (approximately 1.5 ounces each).
2. Take a little dough and form balls the size of your palm (approximately 1.5 ounces each).
3. Stretch the doughs:
   • Use a rolling pin or a tortilla press to stretch each ball into circles 4 to 5 inches in diameter.
   • If you don't have a press, a large glass is a good mold for cutting the dough and a rolling pin for stretching.
4. Use a rolling pin or a tortilla press to stretch each ball into circles 4 to 5 inches in diameter.
5. If you don't have a press, a large glass is a good mold for cutting the dough and a rolling pin for stretching.
6. Fill the empanadas:
   • Place less than a teaspoon of pineapple jam near the edge of the circle, leaving space to close.
   • Do not overfill to prevent spills when baking.
7. Place less than a teaspoon of pineapple jam near the edge of the circle, leaving space to close.
8. Do not overfill to prevent spills when baking.
9. Close and seal:
   • Lightly moisten the edges with a little water so they stick better.
   • Fold the dough and press the edges with a fork to seal well.
10. Lightly moisten the edges with a little water so they stick better.
11. Fold the dough and press the edges with a fork to seal well.

3. Bake the empanadas

1. Place on tray:
   • Place the empanadas on a baking sheet covered with parchment paper, leaving space between them.
2. Place the empanadas on a baking sheet covered with parchment paper, leaving space between them.
3. Bake at the appropriate temperature:
   • Preheat the oven to 175 °C (350 °F).
   • Bake the empanadas for approximately 25 minutes or until golden brown and firm to the touch.
4. Preheat the oven to 175 °C (350 °F).
5. Bake the empanadas for approximately 25 minutes or until golden brown and firm to the touch.
6. Cool and coat in powdered sugar:
   • Let them cool a bit and, if desired, roll them in powdered sugar for a light sweet touch.
7. Let them cool a bit and, if desired, roll them in powdered sugar for a light sweet touch.

To finish and serve

Upon finishing, it's important to let the empanadas rest for a few minutes so that the filling sets and the dough doesn't fall apart. You can accompany them with coffee or tea to enjoy them even more. These empanadas combine LightFlavor and tropical freshness that the whole family will love.

I want to share these tips with you

• Control the amount of filling: Too much jam can cause the empanadas to open or become soggy on the outside, stick to the recommended amount.
• Rest the dough: Don't forget, this step provides elasticity and makes handling easier, preventing it from breaking.
• Use parchment paper: This way you'll prevent them from sticking to the tray, achieving an intact crispy base.
• Try different sugars for the finish: You can opt for powdered sugar, cinnamon sugar, or simply leave them without sugar to enjoy the natural sweetness.
• Refrigerate if not consumed soon: This way you preserve better texture and freshness, although these empanadas are best enjoyed within the first 24 hours.

Approximate Nutritional Information per serving

• Calories: 110 kcal
• Proteins: 2 g
• Fats: 7 g
• Carbohydrates: 11 g
• Fiber: 0.5 g

These values are estimated and may vary depending on brands and exact preparation.

5 keys to make your Light Pineapple Empanadas perfect

1. Use room temperature ingredients: This way you will achieve a more homogeneous and easy-to-handle dough.
2. Do not overfill the filling: A precise dose prevents it from escaping and burning in the oven.
3. Let the dough rest before rolling: Ensures a tender texture and prevents it from breaking.
4. Bake at a constant temperature: Prevents bubbles from forming or remaining raw inside.
5. Coat them as soon as they come out of the oven: If you decide to use powdered sugar, do it while they are still hot so it adheres well.

When is it ideal to enjoy these Light Pineapple Empanadas?

Light Pineapple Empanadas are perfect for any time of day, but especially for a snack or as a light dessert after a meal. They are also ideal for family gatherings or celebrations where you prefer to offer a lower-calorie option and still surprise your guests with SweetLightness. In summer, their freshness becomes a refreshing tropical delight.

Comparative table with other similar sweet empanada recipes

Share your experience

Cooking is for experimenting and sharing. Leave your comment and share your own tricks! Did you try adding a touch of cinnamon to the filling or using margarine to lower the calories? Tell us how your EmpanadasSaludables, your variations or if you served them with any special accompaniment. We all learn together.

Culinary glossary for preparing Light Pineapple Empanadas

• Dough: mixture of flour and fats that serves as a base for fillings and is baked or fried.
• Filling: main ingredient placed inside the dough; it can be sweet or savory.
• Coat: to cover a food with sugar or other powder to give it additional texture or flavor.
• Rest the dough: let the dough rest so that the flour better absorbs liquids and hydrates.
• Sear: press the edges of the dough to prevent the filling from escaping when cooking.

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