Do you want a tasty tropical treat? Guyanese Pine Tart is here to make you happy! It has sweet and tangy flavours. It’s a special pastry from Guyana. If you never had Pine Tart, get ready for a yummy adventure.

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In this blog, I will share with you a Guyanese Pine Tart Recipe, how it tastes, what to serve with it, recipe tips, FAQs, and how to store it.

What is Guyanese Pine Tart?

Guyanese Pine Tart is a yummy pastry filled with pineapple jam. It has a golden crust that’s a bit crumbly.

People love it at parties and special events. Making it is easy, and it will make your taste buds happy.

What Guyanese Pine Tart Taste Like?

Guyanese Pine Tart tastes sweet and tangy. The crust goes perfectly with the pineapple filling.

It’s like a party in your mouth! The pineapple flavour makes you feel like you’re in the Caribbean.

Ingredients To Make Guyanese Pine Tart

For The Pastry:

Flour = 4 cups
Salt = ¼ teaspoon
Sugar = 1 tablespoon
Butter (cold) = 1 ½ sticks
Shortening = 1/3 cup
Water = ¾ cup
Egg = 1

For The Filling:

Fresh pineapple = 2 ½ cups
Nutmeg = ½ teaspoon
Cinnamon = ½ teaspoon
Vanilla = 1 ½ teaspoon
Brown sugar = ¾ cup

Steps Involved In Making Guyanese Pine Tart

Let’s begin by preparing the pineapple. Peel and cut it into chunks.
Blend the pineapple until smooth, add water if needed.
Measure 2 ½ cups, transfer to a saucepan, add spices and sugar. Simmer.
Let the mixture thicken to a jam-like consistency, then cool.
For the dough, mix flour, salt, sugar, butter, and shortening.
Add cold water, and knead until a slightly sticky, firm dough.
Chill the dough in the fridge for 30 minutes.
Preheat the oven to 375 F and prepare baking trays.
Roll out the dough thinly and cut into circles.
Scoop pineapple filling into each circle.
Brush the edges with a beaten egg.
Fold the dough into a triangle shape, pinch to seal.
Brush with egg wash and bake for 15-20 minutes.
Cool on a wire rack before serving. Enjoy!

Recipe Tips:

Use fresh pineapple or good canned pineapple for the jam.
Don’t overwork the dough to keep the crust flaky.
Brush the tart with egg wash before baking for a nice golden look.

What To Serve With Guyanese Pine Tart:

Vanilla Ice Cream: This creamy ice cream goes great with the tart’s tanginess.

Hot Tea: A warm drink that tastes good with sweet pastry.

Coconut Water: It’s refreshing and tropical, and it makes the Pine Tart taste even better.

FAQs:

Can I use store-bought pineapple jam?

Yes, but homemade jam is more special.

Can I freeze Pine Tart for later?

Absolutely! Keep it in a closed container for a month.

Storage:

Put the cooled Pine Tarts in a closed container. Enjoy them within 2-3 days for the best taste.

Concluding Remarks!

Guyanese Pine Tart is a delicious tropical treat. It will make you happy with its sweet and tangy taste. Making it is easy, and you’ll love sharing it with friends and family.

Whether you have it with ice cream or hot tea, it’ll take you to Guyana’s sunny shores. Enjoy this yummy pastry and make beautiful memories. Let’s start baking and spread Pine Tart joy at home!

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