This easy and healthy recipe for pineapple sweet tamales brings a lighter twist to the traditional Mexican treat. Made with wholesome ingredients and naturally sweetened, these tamales are soft, fragrant, and delicious.

Here’s an easy Mexican Pineapple Sweet Tamales recipe for a delicious treat!

Ingredients:

1.2 cups masa harina

2.1 ½ cups warm pineapple juice (or water)

3.1 teaspoon baking powder

4.½ teaspoon salt

5.½ cup granulated sugar

6.½ cup unsalted butter (softened) or vegetable shortening

7.1 teaspoon vanilla extract

8.1 cup crushed pineapple (drained)

9.½ teaspoon ground cinnamon (optional)

10.½ cup raisins (optional)

11.10-12 dried corn husks, soaked in warm water

Instructions:

Prepare the Corn Husks

Soak the corn husks in warm water for 30 minutes until soft.

Make the Masa Dough

In a mixing bowl, beat the butter (or shortening) and sugar until fluffy.

In a separate bowl, combine masa harina, baking powder, salt, and cinnamon.

Slowly add warm pineapple juice to the masa mixture, stirring to combine.

Add the butter mixture and vanilla, then mix until smooth and spreadable.

Incorporate the Pineapple & Raisins

Fold in the crushed pineapple and raisins.

Assemble the Tamales

Spread 2-3 tablespoons of masa mixture onto the center of a corn husk.

Fold the sides inward, then fold the bottom up and secure.

Steam the Tamales

Arrange tamales upright in a steamer.

Steam for 60-75 minutes, checking periodically to ensure water doesn’t run out.

Tamales are ready when the masa easily pulls away from the husk.

Cool & Serve

Let tamales rest for 10 minutes before serving.

Enjoy warm or at room temperature!

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