Guava Pastry

Indulge in the tropical sweetness of these irresistible Guava Pastries, a delightful fusion of flaky puff pastry, rich cream cheese, and luscious guava paste. Ready in just 40 minutes, this easy-to-make treat strikes the perfect balance between creamy, fruity, and buttery flavors. Sealed into golden, sugar-dusted triangles, each pastry is baked to perfection, offering a light and airy texture with a sweet, tangy surprise inside. Perfect for breakfast, a midday snack, or as an impressive dessert, these Guava Pastries bring a taste of Latin-inspired tradition to your table. With minimal prep and only a handful of ingredients, this recipe is your go-to for effortless homemade goodness.

Nutriscore Rating: 40/100

Prep Time:15 mins

Cook Time:25 mins

Total Time:40 mins

Servings: 8

Ingredients

• 8 ounces Guava paste
• 1 package Puff pastry
• 4 ounces Cream cheese
• 1 large Egg
• 2 tablespoons Granulated sugar
• 1 tablespoon All-purpose flour
• 1 tablespoon Water

Directions

Step 1

Preheat your oven to 400°F (200°C) and line a baking sheet with parchment paper.

Step 2

Sprinkle the flour on a clean surface. Unfold the puff pastry onto the floured surface, and roll it into a 12-inch square using a rolling pin.

Step 3

Cut the guava paste into rectangular slices that are about 1/4 inch thick, set them aside.

Step 4

Cut the cream cheese into small cubes, roughly 1/2 inch in size, and set aside.

Step 5

Cut the rolled-out puff pastry into 8 equal squares.

Step 6

Place one slice of guava paste and one cube of cream cheese on each square of puff pastry diagonally across the center.

Step 7

Fold one corner of the pastry square over the filling to the opposite corner, forming a triangle. Use the tines of a fork to press and seal the edges together.

Step 8

In a small bowl, beat the egg with 1 tablespoon of water to create an egg wash.

Step 9

Brush the top of each sealed pastry with the egg wash using a pastry brush.

Step 10

Sprinkle each pastry with granulated sugar for a slightly sweet topping.

Step 11

Place the pastries onto the prepared baking sheet, leaving space between each piece to allow for puffing.

Step 12

Bake in the preheated oven for 20 to 25 minutes, or until the pastries are golden brown and puffed.

Step 13

Remove from the oven and let the pastries cool on a wire rack for at least 10 minutes before serving. Enjoy your homemade guava pastries!

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	763.5 grams (763.5g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	3066

Total Fat 171.30g	220%
Saturated Fat 101.10g	506%
Polyunsaturated Fat 3.70g
Cholesterol 334mg	111%
Sodium 1712mg	74%
Total Carbohydrate 348.70g	127%
Dietary Fiber 7.50g	27%
Total Sugars 192.40g
Protein 39.20g	78%

Vitamin D 54IU	269%
Calcium 212mg	16%
Iron 11mg	61%
Potassium 654mg	14%

*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.

Source of Calories

Fat: 49.8%

Protein: 5.1%

Carbs: 45.1%