The dough will initially soften more, but as it cools back down it will re-crisp a bit.īased on the dimensions of my preferred Trader Joe's brand puff pastry (approximately 9 ½ by 12 ½ inches) I find it easiest to cut into 6 squares, each measuring about 4 inches across. You can freshen up leftover guava and cheese pastries by reheating them in an oven or toaster oven for a few minutes until heated through. Store leftover pastries wrapped in foil at room temperature (plastic wrap and plastic containers will further soften the pastry). These pastelitos de guayaba y queso are best the day they are baked. It's what I typically use and it works great! It's lower in fat and is a bit softer than regular cream cheese. Cream Cheese: You can use either regular full-fat cream cheese or American Neufchâtel cheese (which is actually different from French Neufchâtel) for your guava and cheese pastries.My preferred brands are Iberia guava paste and Predilecta guava paste which are both all natural and dye-free. Personally, I do not recommend the Goya brand of guava paste, as it unnecessarily contains artificial red food coloring. It's shelf-stable and does not require refrigeration. It may be labeled bocadillo or goiabada too depending on its origin (Colombia or Brazil respectively). Guava Paste: You can typically find guava paste in the Latin foods aisle at your supermarket, and it's also available online.Make sure you dust it liberally with flour on both sides before working with it to keep it from sticking. ![]() Trader Joe's puff pastry can be a little wet and sticky right out of the box. I like to stock up and keep several boxes in my freezer for baking emergencies. Unfortunately, Trader Joe's only sells their puff pastry seasonally, typically September/October through end of December. I prefer the Trader Joe's version as it's made with all butter (unlike Pepperidge Farm which contains a lot of unnecessary ingredients), is a bit thinner, and is rolled instead of folded. The Pepperidge Farm is more readily available, but I find it a little thick, and I don't like how it's folded into thirds. I have used both Pepperidge Farm or Trader Joe's brands. Puff Pastry: Store-bought puff pastry dough makes this process a breeze.They're lovely for company, perfect for picnicking, easy enough to prepare relatively last minute, and don't require too many ingredients. These Latin American guava and cheese pastries are crispy, flaky, and utterly decadent. The lightly glazed puff pastry pocket is the ideal vessel for indulgence. The tart and sweet guava is a perfect foil for the tangy cream cheese. ![]() I've had practically identical pastries in Puerto Rico, and seen the like on other Latin American menus. This flavor combination is not uniquely Cuban (nor is wrapping the filling in flaky pastry). Meanwhile, a shimmering sugar glaze provides a glossy shine and a hint more sweetness to the pastry. A quick filling of whipped, lightly sweetened cream cheese and guava paste seals the deal. They are easily prepared with store-bought frozen puff pastry. Pastelitos are flaky Cuban pastries typically filled with cheese and/or fruit preserves. (This recipe was originally published in August 2019, but was updated with new photos and content in 2022).
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