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Nutritional Values
400kcal
5gProtein
55gCarbs
18gFat
2gFibre
100 gServing
* Per serving · 100 g. May vary.
Allergens
🌾 Gluten
🥛 Dairy
Pineapple Cake
How to order / say it
Say it
鳳梨酥 — [fèng lí sū]
Order
I'd like a pineapple cake, please.
Locally
我要鳳梨酥，謝謝。
Say locally
A sweet pastry with a buttery crust filled with pineapple paste.
Why try it?
The pineapple cake is more than just a dessert; it's a symbol of hospitality and celebration in Taiwan. Known for its symbolic meanings of prosperity, it is a must-try to capture the warmth of Taiwanese culture.
How it tastes
The cake boasts a rich, buttery crust with a sweet, tangy pineapple filling. It's tender and crumbly, with a delightful balance of flavors and textures that satisfy both the palate and the soul.
Origin & History — first documented: 1960
Pineapple cakes trace back to the Taiwanese adaptation of Western fruitcakes introduced in the mid-20th century. The use of pineapples became particularly popular due to local abundance, evolving into a celebrated treat for gifting during festivals and weddings.
Recipe
Ingredients
- 🌾 250 g flour
- 🥛 125 g butter
- 300 g pineapple
- 🍯 150 g sugar
- 🥚 2 egg yolk
- 🥛 20 g milk powder
Method
- 1 Cook pineapple with sugar to make a paste.
- 2 Mix flour, butter, egg yolk, and milk powder to form dough.
- 3 Roll dough, place a spoonful of filling in center, seal.
- 4 Bake at 175°C for 20 minutes until golden brown.
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