Pasta Frola is a delicious Uruguayan tart with Italian influence, filled with quince jam or your preferred filling. Its artfully woven dough is baked until golden, creating a perfect combination of sweet and crispy flavors, ideal to enjoy with mate or milk. A true culinary gem.
In a delicious Pasta Frola, the softness of the dough is combined with the sweetness of the quince jam, creating a perfect harmony.
The crunchy textured lattice topping contrasts with the smooth, aromatic filling.
A traditional flavor that wins over palates and delights with every bite.
Pasta Frola
Ingredients
2 cups of Flour
½ cup of Sugar
2 teaspoons of Baking Powder
½ teaspoon of Salt
½ cup of Butter
2 Eggs
1 tablespoon of Water
½ tablespoon of Vanilla Extract
1 teaspoon of Lemon Zest
400 grams of Quince Jam
Preparation
Step 1 : In a bowl, sift together the flour, sugar, baking powder, and salt.
Step 2 : Then, add the butter and knead until you achieve a consistency similar to cornmeal.
Step 3 : Next, add the dough to the lightly beaten eggs with water, vanilla, and lemon zest.
Step 4 : Afterwards, roll out 3/4 of the dough by hand and place it in a previously buttered cake pan.
Step 5 : Lift the sides and fill with quince jam.
Step 6 : Then, cover with the remaining dough in a lattice pattern.
Step 7 : Bake in a preheated oven at 375°F (190°C) for approximately 30 minutes.
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