Doce de Ananás
The Quirky Foodster Team
Ingredients
- Large ripe pineapple, peeled, cored and diced — 1
- Sugar — 1 cup (200 g / 7 oz)
- Cinnamon stick — 1
- Water — 1/2 cup (120 ml / 4 fl oz)
- Whipped cream or vanilla ice cream, to serve (optional)
Method
- Combine the diced pineapple, sugar, cinnamon stick and water in a saucepan.
- Bring to a gentle boil, then reduce heat and simmer for 30–40 minutes, stirring occasionally, until the pineapple is soft and the syrup has thickened.
- Remove the cinnamon stick.
- Let cool slightly and serve warm or at room temperature, with whipped cream or ice cream if desired.
Introduction: Fresh pineapple simmered slowly with sugar and cinnamon into a thick, glossy sweet preserve, a favourite Mozambican dessert.
Cultural Background: Pineapples grow abundantly in Mozambique, and slow-cooking them down into a sweet, jammy dessert reflects the Portuguese-influenced tradition of fruit preserves found across the country.
Tips: Simmer gently and stir occasionally to prevent the sugar from catching and burning on the bottom of the pan. Choose a ripe, sweet pineapple for the best flavour.
Variations: Add a few cloves along with the cinnamon for extra warmth. Serve chilled as a refreshing summer dessert.
Storage: Store covered in the refrigerator for up to 1 week.
Reheating: Serve warm by gently reheating on the stovetop, or enjoy cold.
Nutrition: Per serving (approx.): 190 kcal, 0 g protein, 0 g fat, 48 g carbohydrate.
FAQs:
Q: Can this be made with canned pineapple?
A: Fresh pineapple gives the best flavour and texture,
Q: How long does this dessert keep?
A: It keeps well refrigerated for about a week, similar to a fruit
- Large ripe pineapple, peeled, cored and diced — 1
- Sugar — 1 cup (200 g / 7 oz)
- Cinnamon stick — 1
- Water — 1/2 cup (120 ml / 4 fl oz)
- Whipped cream or vanilla ice cream, to serve (optional)
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