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Pastelitos de Guayaba

Crispy, golden puff pastry turnovers filled with sweet guava paste and baked to perfection.

37 minEasyServes 8340 cal/serving

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Ingredients

  • 2 puff pastry sheets, thawed
  • 8 oz guava paste, sliced
  • 1 egg, beaten
  • 1 tbsp water
  • 2 tbsp granulated sugar

Instructions

  1. 1

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

  2. 2

    Unroll the 2 thawed puff pastry sheets onto a parchment surface and cut into 8 equal rectangles.

  3. 3

    Arrange slices of 8 oz sliced guava paste over 4 of the pastry rectangles, leaving a small border.

  4. 4

    Whisk the 1 beaten egg with 1 tbsp water in a small dish to create an egg wash.

  5. 5

    Brush the borders with egg wash, place remaining pastry rectangles on top, and seal edges with a fork.

  6. 6

    Brush top of pastries with egg wash, sprinkle with 2 tbsp granulated sugar, and slice small steam vents on top.

  7. 7

    Bake for 20 to 22 minutes until pastry is puffed and golden brown.

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Questions

How much time should I plan for Pastelitos de Guayaba?

As written, 37 minutes: 15 of prep and 22 of cooking. The longest single stretch is step 7 (22 minutes): "Bake for 20 to 22 minutes until pastry is puffed and golden brown."

What oven temperature does Pastelitos de Guayaba need?

For Pastelitos de Guayaba, the oven is set to 400 F (about 205 C) in step 1. The longest stretch at that heat is 22 minutes, in step 7.

Can I make Pastelitos de Guayaba gluten-free?

Not cleanly. 2 puff pastry sheets, thawed has no substitute that behaves the same way in this dish. If you need strictly gluten-free, start from the gluten-free dessert collection instead.

Does Pastelitos de Guayaba contain eggs?

Yes: 1 egg, beaten. The full allergen list for this entry is gluten and eggs. Packaged ingredients vary by brand, so check labels if the allergy is serious.

How many calories are in Pastelitos de Guayaba?

One serving (the recipe makes 8) is about 340 calories, with 5 g protein, 45 g carbohydrate and 16 g fat, plus 2 g fiber and 190 mg sodium. The figures are estimates computed from the ingredient list.

How long does Pastelitos de Guayaba keep?

Store Pastelitos de Guayaba airtight: two to three days at room temperature or up to a week refrigerated. It freezes for up to two months; thaw at room temperature.

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