Discover the joy of baking with our exclusive Pineapple Dessert recipe, a delightful twist on a classic favorite. This dessert is not only a treat for your taste buds but also a visual feast, perfect for adding a touch of elegance to your Halloween festivities.
Ingredients:
- Light butter
- Freshly grated lemon zest
- Granulated sugar
- Eggs, yolks and whites separated
- Self-raising flour, sifted
- Nonfat milk
- Crushed pineapple, well-drained
- Confectioners' sugar for dusting
Instructions:
1. Preparation: Begin by preheating your oven to 350°F (175°C). Coat an 8 x 15-inch baking dish with nonfat cooking spray to prevent sticking.
2. Egg Separation: Carefully separate the egg whites and yolks into two different bowls.
3. Mixing the Base: In the bowl with egg yolks, combine the light butter, granulated sugar, and lemon zest. Whisk them together until the mixture is thick and creamy.
4. Combining Dry Ingredients: Gradually fold the sifted self-raising flour into the creamy mixture, alternating with nonfat milk to maintain a smooth consistency.
5. Adding Pineapple: Stir in the drained crushed pineapple until evenly distributed throughout the batter.
6. Whipping Egg Whites: In a separate bowl, use an electric mixer with a whisk attachment to beat the egg whites until they form soft peaks.
7. Folding in Egg Whites: Gently fold the whipped egg whites into the batter, taking care not to deflate them.
8. Baking: Pour the final mixture into the prepared baking dish and place it in the center of the oven.
9. Cooking Time: Bake for 40 minutes, or until the dessert is firm to the touch and a golden brown color has developed.
10. Finishing Touches: Allow the dessert to cool slightly before dusting the top with a generous amount of confectioners' sugar.
Serve this exquisite Pineapple Dessert as a centerpiece at your next Halloween gathering and watch as it becomes the star of the evening. Enjoy the perfect blend of sweet pineapple and airy texture that will leave your guests asking for seconds.