Description
Indulge in fragrant, flaky ube pastries filled with sweet purple yam for a delightful treat perfect for any occasion.
Ingredients
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- 2 cups all-purpose flour
- 1/2 cup butter, softened
- 1/4 cup sugar
- 1/4 teaspoon salt
- 1/2 cup water
- 1 cup ube or purple yam, cooked and mashed
- 1/4 cup sugar (for filling)
- 1/2 teaspoon vanilla extract
Instructions
- In a bowl, mix the flour, butter, sugar, and salt until crumbly. Gradually add water until a dough forms. Knead briefly and let it rest.
- In another bowl, combine the mashed ube, sugar, and vanilla to make the filling.
- Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C).
- Roll out the dough and cut it into circles. Place a spoonful of ube filling in the center of each circle.
- Fold and seal the edges tightly to secure the filling inside.
- Place your pastries on a baking sheet and bake for 20-25 minutes or until they turn golden brown.
Notes
Dust with powdered sugar or serve with whipped cream for an elegant finish. Store in an airtight container to maintain freshness.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 25 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: Filipino
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 pastry
- Calories: 200
- Sugar: 10g
- Sodium: 150mg
- Fat: 10g
- Saturated Fat: 6g
- Unsaturated Fat: 4g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 25g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 3g
- Cholesterol: 30mg