ATM-Style Guava Empanadas

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Crispy pockets filled with sweet guava paste and a hint of lime, served with a tangy crema for balance. This Puerto Rican-inspired recipe, ready in about 55 minutes, layers Frozen puff pastry sheets, Guava paste, Fresh lime zest into a dessert worth slowing down for — great for weekend baking, holiday tables, or any time you want a sweet payoff at the end of a meal. Each serving lands at about 150 calories and feeds 16, so it slots into a weekend bake or a special-occasion dessert tray. Tap "Plan a meal with the AI" below to drop this recipe into your week and send the ingredients straight to Instacart. Nutrition values are approximate, calculated from USDA FoodData Central (fdc.nal.usda.gov) — verify against ingredient labels for any health-driven dietary plan.

Prep: 35 min Cook: 20 min Serves 16 Puerto Rican cuisine 150 cal/serving
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Ingredients

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Instructions

  1. Step 1: Thaw puff pastry sheets on a floured surface for 20 minutes; cut each sheet into 8 squares (3x3 inches).
  2. Step 2: In a small bowl, mix 1/2 cup guava paste, 1 tablespoon fresh lime zest, and 2 tablespoons granulated sugar until well combined.
  3. Step 3: Place 1 tablespoon guava filling in the center of each pastry square; fold diagonally to form triangles, crimp edges with a fork.
  4. Step 4: Whisk 1 large egg with 2 tablespoons water; brush over empanadas and sprinkle with 1 tablespoon all-purpose flour for a golden crust.
  5. Step 5: Bake at 375°F for 18-20 minutes until deeply golden and puffed, rotating the pan halfway through for even browning.

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