Guava Cheese Pastries (Printer-friendly)

Buttery puff pastry with sweet guava and melted cheese for a perfect sweet-savory bite.

# What You'll Need:

→ Pastry

01 - 1 sheet frozen puff pastry, thawed (approximately 8.8 oz)
02 - 1 large egg, beaten for egg wash

→ Filling

03 - 5.3 oz guava paste, divided into 8 equal pieces
04 - 3.5 oz cream cheese or mozzarella, divided into 8 equal pieces

→ Optional Garnish

05 - 2 tablespoons powdered sugar for dusting

# How To Make It:

01 - Preheat oven to 400°F. Line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
02 - Roll out thawed puff pastry on a lightly floured surface to remove creases. Cut into 8 equal rectangles.
03 - Place one piece of guava paste and one piece of cheese in the center of each pastry rectangle.
04 - Fold each rectangle over the filling to create a square or triangle shape. Use a fork to press and seal all edges firmly.
05 - Transfer pastries to prepared baking sheet. Brush the top surface of each pastry with beaten egg to achieve golden browning.
06 - Bake for 18 to 20 minutes until pastries are puffed and golden brown throughout.
07 - Allow pastries to cool slightly. Dust with powdered sugar if desired. Serve warm with coffee or tea.

# Expert Advice:

01 -
  • Irresistible Flavor: The balance of sweet guava and tangy cream cheese is legendary.
  • Quick and Easy: Uses ready-made puff pastry for a gourmet result in just 40 minutes.
  • Perfect Texture: Achieves a professional, golden-brown crunch with a gooey center.
  • Vegetarian-Friendly: A delicious treat suitable for many diets.
02 -
  • Secure the Edges: Use the tines of a fork to press the edges firmly, preventing the filling from leaking.
  • Egg Wash: Don't skip the egg wash; it provides that essential golden shine and crisp exterior.
  • Temperature Control: If the pastry becomes too soft, chill it in the fridge for 10 minutes before baking to help it puff up better.
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