Guava Cheese Pastries (Printable)

Flaky pastries with sweet guava and creamy cheese filling

# What You Need:

→ Pastry

01 - 1 sheet frozen puff pastry (about 8.8 oz), thawed
02 - 1 egg, beaten

→ Filling

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

→ Optional Garnish

05 - 2 tablespoons powdered sugar

# How-To Steps:

01 - Preheat oven to 400°F. Line a baking sheet with parchment paper. Roll out thawed puff pastry on a lightly floured surface to smooth any creases.
02 - Cut pastry into 8 equal rectangles. Place one piece of guava paste and one piece of cream cheese in the center of each rectangle.
03 - Fold each rectangle over the filling to form a square or triangle. Press edges firmly with a fork to seal completely.
04 - Transfer sealed pastries to prepared baking sheet. Brush tops with beaten egg for a golden, glossy finish.
05 - Bake for 18 to 20 minutes, or until pastries are puffed and golden brown.
06 - Cool slightly on baking sheet. Dust with powdered sugar if desired. Serve warm with coffee or tea.

# Expert Suggestions:

01 -
  • A perfect harmony of tropical sweetness and creamy richness.
  • Quick and easy to prepare with a total time of just 40 minutes.
  • Versatile enough to be enjoyed as a dessert, snack, or breakfast pastry.
02 -
  • Ensure the puff pastry is cold when working with it to maximize the flaky layers.
  • Press the edges of the pastry firmly with a fork to create a tight seal and prevent the filling from escaping.
  • Apply the egg wash thoroughly to get that professional, deep golden-brown shine.
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