Ana Castro's Sweet Tamales

Ana Castro's Sweet Tamales

californiaprunes.org

Sweet tamales are a traditional Mexican dessert, and Ana Castro's version with prunes and pecans is a sophisticated twist on the classic.

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Ingredients

  • 2 cups Masienda brand masa harina
  • 1 cup soft butter
  • 1/2 cup cane syrup (or honey)
  • 1 tsp white miso
  • 1 tsp salt
  • 1 tsp baking powder (bicarb)
  • 2 cups diced prunes
  • 8 ounces package corn husks
  • 1 cup chopped pecans
  • 2-3 cups water
  • 1/2 cup pecans
  • 1 cup prunes
  • 1 cup cane syrup (or honey)
  • 1 tsp vanilla extract
  • 1 tsp miso
  • 2 cups hot water (more for blending if needed to reach desired consistency)

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