Pastel de Guayaba

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A sweet, fruit-filled pastry with a flaky crust, inspired by Puerto Rican desserts. This puerto rican-inspired vegan ready in about 50 minutes pairs all-purpose flour, butter, sugar for a weeknight-friendly dinner that comes together with one pan and minimal cleanup. Each serving lands at about 280 calories and feeds 8, so it slots cleanly into a weekly meal plan and pairs well with a quick salad or grain on the side. 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: 30 min Cook: 20 min Serves 8 Puerto Rican cuisine 280 cal/serving
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Instructions

  1. Step 1: In a food processor, combine 2 cups flour, 1/2 cup butter, and 1/4 cup sugar. Pulse until mixture resembles coarse crumbs.
  2. Step 2: Add 1 egg yolk and 1 tbsp orange zest, pulsing until a dough forms. Chill for 15 minutes.
  3. Step 3: Roll dough into a 12-inch log, slice into 1/4-inch rounds, and fry in 1/4 inch oil until golden (5-7 minutes). Drain on paper towels.
  4. Step 4: In a saucepan, melt 1 cup guava paste with 1 tbsp orange juice and 1/2 tsp vanilla. Spoon into warm pastry shells and serve warm.

Frequently asked questions

How long does Pastel de Guayaba take to make?

Total time is about 50 minutes (30 min prep + 20 min cook). Most home cooks find this fits comfortably into a weeknight; double the batch on Sunday for two dinners.

How do I store leftover Pastel de Guayaba?

Cool to room temperature within 2 hours, then store in an airtight container in the fridge for up to 4 days. Reheat covered in a 350°F oven for 10-12 minutes, or microwave at 70% power in 60-second bursts to keep all-purpose flour from drying out.

Can I substitute ingredients in Pastel de Guayaba?

Yes — most ingredients in this recipe have flexible swaps. For oil, use any neutral high-smoke-point oil (avocado, grapeseed, refined coconut). For aromatics, dried herbs at ⅓ the volume of fresh work in a pinch. The full ingredient list is shoppable on Instacart so you can see substitutes in real time.

How do I scale Pastel de Guayaba for a different number of people?

The recipe is written for 8 servings. Multiply each ingredient by (your serving target / 8). Cook time stays roughly the same up to 2x; for 3-4x batches, switch from a skillet to a sheet pan or stockpot so the food isn't crowded — overcrowding steams instead of browns.

Is Pastel de Guayaba vegan?

Yes — this recipe is tagged vegan based on its ingredient list. Always cross-check labels for packaged ingredients (sauces, broths, condiments) since formulations vary by brand.

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