Ring-Shaped Pastries
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Chilean Roscas Recipe: Tradition and Flavor in Every Bite.
This Chilean Roscas recipe is a true journey into the roots of traditional Chilean baking. I remember these being a classic at birthday celebrations when I was a kid. This is the recipe my mother taught me, and they turn out absolutely delicious every time.
These roscas, crispy on the outside and soft on the inside, are a real treat that won’t disappoint. What stands out most about this recipe is its simplicity and the use of basic ingredients like flour, lard, eggs, and sugar, which combine to create a delicious and versatile dough. The flavor is a perfect blend of sweetness with a hint of orange, giving these roscas a distinctive character. For those looking for an extra touch, you can sprinkle them with powdered sugar, adding an extra layer of sweetness and making them even more appealing.
In summary, the Chilean Roscas recipe is a true gem of traditional baking, perfect for pairing with a good coffee or tea. With their perfect balance of crispy and soft, and their unmistakable flavor, these roscas are a delight worth making and sharing. Highly recommended for any lover of traditional Chilean cuisine!
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Ring-Shaped Pastries
Equipment
- Skillet.
- Rolling Pin
- Ring-shaped mold.
Ingredients
- 1 Can of condensed milk.
- 1 Egg.
- 1 tbsp Of margarine.
- 4 ½ cup Of all-purpose flour.
- 3 tsp Of baking powder.
- Zest and juice of an orange.
- Oil for frying, as needed.
Instructions
- In a bowl, combine all the ingredients using a spatula. Then, knead the mixture until the dough no longer sticks to your hands.
- Sprinkle some flour on the countertop and roll out the dough to a thickness of ½ cm.
- Use a circular ring-shaped mold with an approximate diameter of 6 cm to cut out the shapes.
- If you don't have a mold, you can use the lid of a jar and a bottle cap to create the center hole, forming thering shape.
- Fry the pastries at medium temperature until they turn golden brown.
- Place them on absorbent paper to remove excess oil.
- You can dust them with powdered sugar and voilà, time to enjoy!
