Guava Cheese Pastries (Printable)

Flaky puff pastry pockets filled with sweet guava paste and creamy cheese for a delightful sweet-savory treat.

# What You'll Need:

→ Pastry

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

→ Filling

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

→ 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 work surface to eliminate creases. Cut into 8 equal rectangles.
03 - Place one portion of guava paste and one portion of cheese in the center of each rectangle.
04 - Fold each rectangle to create a square or triangle shape. Press edges firmly with a fork to seal completely.
05 - Transfer pastries to prepared baking sheet. Brush tops with beaten egg to achieve a golden finish.
06 - Bake for 18 to 20 minutes until pastries are puffed and golden brown.
07 - Allow pastries to cool slightly. Dust with powdered sugar if desired. Serve warm.

# Expert Hints:

01 -
  • Quick and Easy: Ready in just 40 minutes with minimal effort.
  • Perfect Balance: The pairing of sweet guava and savory cheese is a match made in heaven.
  • Versatile: Works beautifully as a breakfast pastry, afternoon snack, or elegant dessert.
02 -
  • Do not overfill the rectangles, as this can cause the filling to leak out during the baking process.
  • Make sure to press the edges firmly with the fork to create a tight seal.
  • The egg wash is essential for achieving that professional, bakery-style golden shine.
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