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Pineapple and Jam Shortcrust Braid

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The pineapple and jam shortcrust braid is an easy and light treat to enjoy.

The base is made with a genuine and fragrant oil-based shortcrust pastry and then filled with a layer of jam (or jam and ricotta) and pieces of pineapple.

A variation of the classic tart that also offers the taste of pieces of fruit.

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  • Difficulty: Very easy
  • Cost: Very economical
  • Preparation time: 15 Minutes
  • Portions: 8People
  • Cooking methods: Oven
  • Cuisine: Italian
  • Seasonality: All seasons

Ingredients

Let’s see the ingredients we need to prepare the pineapple and jam shortcrust braid

  • 2 eggs
  • 3 oz sugar
  • 1/3 cup vegetable oil (sunflower or corn)
  • 2 1/2 cups all-purpose flour
  • 2 1/2 tsp baking powder
  • 1 orange zest (grated)
  • as needed pineapple (cut into pieces)
  • 3 tbsp jam (to taste, I used cherry)
  • 3 1/2 oz ricotta

Tools

  • 1 Mixing bowl
  • 1 Fork
  • 1 Baking sheet
  • 1 Pastry cutter
  • 1 Rolling pin

Steps

  • In a mixing bowl, break the eggs (which you have left at room temperature), add a pinch of salt, the sugar, and start mixing with a fork.

    Add the oil, grated orange zest, and mix again.

    At this point, start incorporating the dry ingredients, sifted flour, and baking powder. Add them gradually, and when it’s no longer possible to work with the fork, use your hands.

    You will get a smooth and soft dough.

  • With a rolling pin, roll out the dough on a floured surface into a rectangle shape and make lateral cuts. These strips will be used to create the braid over the central filling.

    The base filling can be just jam, or as I did, a layer of ricotta and jam, ending with pieces of fresh pineapple.

    After adding all the filling ingredients, cross the strips of dough to form a braid.

    Bake in a preheated static oven at 340°F for about 30 minutes. Always check the dessert before turning off the oven and removing it. It should be golden and not soft.

FAQ

  • Will you remake the pineapple and jam shortcrust braid?

    Try this delicious treat; it will be perfect any time of the day. From morning to a light after-dinner snack.

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bricciola

Hello, I'm Simona, and my page is called BriCciola in cucina, because I dedicated it to my mom and dad, who have called me that since I was little. I'm not a chef, and in my life, I've always dealt with completely different things, but cooking, along with dancing, has always been one of my great passions. However, my greatest inspiration came from the dishes prepared first by my grandmother and now by my mom. Here on my cooking blog, I'll guide you from appetizers to desserts, with recipes designed for a healthy and mindful lifestyle. Balanced dishes, carefully chosen ingredients, and lots of flavors, because eating well never means giving up pleasure. I love eating, but I also like taking care of my health, my family's health, and, in a way, the health of everyone who tries my recipes. That's why daily life should be rich in flavor, but always with a focus on healthy eating. Thank you, I look forward to seeing you.

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