Peruvian Picarones

Picarones are a traditional dessert from Peru. Its shape is similar to donuts and could be described as a dessert similar to donuts, which are very common throughout Latin America. Picarones are prepared with sweet potato and Zapallo, a very common pumpkin in Peru and other Latin countries. They are accompanied by a spiced honey or molasses, made from piloncillo, also known as chancaca or panela. Do not miss this recipe for Peruvian picarones!
Reviewed by Editorial Team of Kiwilimón

Published: 06-08-2021

Picarones Peruanos
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Ingredients

50
Servings
Medidas

Preparation

40 mins
3 mins
Low

Nutritional information

* Information per 100g serving, percentage of daily values based on a 2,000 calorie diet.

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Presentation

Serve the picarones accompanied by the spiced molasses and enjoy.

Tips

The amount of water that is added will depend on how much the dough “asks” of you, as the texture must be very soft and moist. Remember that it is important that the water is slightly warm.

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