Sweetened Cheese Puff Pastry with Guava Paste Filling
Flaky puff pastry pockets filled with sweet guava paste and creamy cheese, baked until golden and served warm as a delightful sweet snack. This brazilian-inspired snacks ready in about 33 minutes turns (113g), softened cream cheese, cut into small cubes guava paste, beaten for egg wash egg into a satisfying snack for between meals, packed lunches, or game-day spreads — minimal active time and easy to scale up for a crowd. Each serving lands at about 180 calories and feeds 12, so it fits into lunchboxes, road trips, or an afternoon-energy gap without derailing the day. 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.
Ingredients
- 2 sheets (thawed if frozen) puff pastry sheets
- 4 oz (113g), softened cream cheese
- 1/2 cup, cut into small cubes guava paste
- 1, beaten for egg wash egg
- 2 tbsp for sprinkling granulated sugar
Instructions
- Step 1: Preheat oven to 400°F (200°C). On a lightly floured surface, roll out 2 sheets of puff pastry to smooth any creases and cut each sheet into 6 equal squares.
- Step 2: In a small bowl, mix 4 oz softened cream cheese until smooth. Place about 1 tbsp cream cheese in the center of each pastry square and top with 1 small cube (about 1 tsp) of guava paste.
- Step 3: Fold each square into a triangle, pressing edges firmly with a fork to seal.
- Step 4: Place the filled pastries on a parchment-lined baking sheet. Brush the tops with 1 beaten egg and sprinkle evenly with 2 tbsp granulated sugar.
- Step 5: Bake for 15-18 minutes until the pastries are puffed and golden brown. Remove from oven and let cool for 5 minutes before serving warm.
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Frequently asked questions
How long does Sweetened Cheese Puff Pastry with Guava Paste Filling take to make?
Total time is about 33 minutes (15 min prep + 18 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 Sweetened Cheese Puff Pastry with Guava Paste Filling?
Store in an airtight container at room temperature for crisp items, or in the fridge for anything dairy- or produce-based, for up to 3–5 days. Re-crisp baked snacks in a 300°F oven for 5 minutes if they soften.
Can I substitute ingredients in Sweetened Cheese Puff Pastry with Guava Paste Filling?
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 Sweetened Cheese Puff Pastry with Guava Paste Filling for a different number of people?
The recipe is written for 12 servings. Multiply each ingredient by (your serving target / 12). 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.
What goes well with Sweetened Cheese Puff Pastry with Guava Paste Filling?
Brazilian snacks like this pair well with a simple grain (rice, couscous, or crusty bread), a quick salad with acid (lemon vinaigrette, pickled onions), and a pan sauce or yogurt-based dip. Tap "Plan a meal with the AI" to get specific side suggestions.
