A dependable home-kitchen version of Taiwanese Pineapple Cakes, with clear timing and practical ingredients.
Prep: 45 minutes Cook: 25 minutes Total: 70 minutes Serves: 12
Ingredients
- 2 cups finely chopped pineapple
- 1/2 cup sugar
- 1 tbsp lemon juice
- 10 tbsp unsalted butter, softened
- 1/3 cup confectioners sugar
- 1 egg yolk
- 1 1/2 cups flour
- 2 tbsp milk powder
- 1/4 tsp salt
Instructions
- Cook pineapple, sugar, and lemon juice until thick enough to hold its shape; cool and divide into 12 balls.
- Cream butter and confectioners sugar, beat in yolk, then mix in flour, milk powder, and salt.
- Divide dough into 12 pieces and wrap each around pineapple filling.
- Press into small square molds and bake at 350°F for 20 to 25 minutes, turning molds halfway.
Cook’s Notes
Taste before adding extra salt, prepare all ingredients before heating the pan, and serve this dish fresh for the best texture and aroma.