Peach Tamales

Recipe by Mama Sofia

• Ingredients

  Sweet Masa

  • 375 g corn flour (masa harina)

  • 60 g rice flour

  • 100 g unsalted butter, softened

  • 100 g vegetable shortening

  • 250 g granulated sugar

  • 375 ml peach nectar

  • 2 tbsp ground cinnamon (or to taste)

  Filling & Texture

  • 250 g La Costeña canned peaches in syrup, chopped

  • 250 g La Costeña canned peaches in syrup, diced (for extra texture)

  • Chopped pecans, to taste

  • Shredded coconut, to taste

  For Assembly

  • Dried corn husks, soaked in warm water until soft

• Directions

  Step 1: Cream the Fats and Sugar

  In a large bowl, beat the butter, vegetable shortening, and sugar together until light and fluffy. This step helps create soft, tender tamales.

  Step 2: Build the Masa

  Add the corn flour, rice flour, and ground cinnamon. Mix well until evenly combined.

  Step 3: Add the Peach Nectar

  Slowly pour in the peach nectar, mixing as you go, until the dough is soft, smooth, and easily spreadable—similar to thick cake batter.

  Step 4: Fold in the Good Stuff

  Gently fold in both the chopped and diced La Costeña peaches, along with the pecans and shredded coconut.

  Step 5: Assemble the Tamales

  Spread a generous layer of masa onto the center of each softened corn husk. Fold the sides inward and then fold the bottom up to form a sealed tamal.

  Step 6: Steam

  Arrange the tamales upright in a steamer. Steam for about 1 hour and 20 minutes, or until the masa pulls away easily from the husk.

  Step 7: Rest & Enjoy

  Let the tamales rest for 5–10 minutes before serving. This helps them set and enhances the texture.

• Notes

  Serving Suggestions

  Serve these sweet Durazno/Peach tamales warm, just as they are, or drizzle with a little extra peach syrup. They pair beautifully with hot chocolate, atole, or café de olla.

  Pro Tip

  Using two cuts of peaches—chopped and diced—creates layers of flavor and texture, making every bite more interesting and juicy.

  Recipe submitted by: @elsabordesofia

  These how to make tamales de durazno are proof that dessert tamales are just as beloved as savory ones. With the natural sweetness of La Costeña canned peaches in syrup, they’re a beautiful way to pass down tradition, one husk at a time.

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