Guava-Cream Cheese Pastries

Vegetarian
Health score
2%
Guava-Cream Cheese Pastries
90 min.
15
244kcal

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If you're looking to impress your friends and family with a delightful treat that is both simple and delicious, look no further than these Guava-Cream Cheese Pastries! This vegetarian recipe combines the rich creaminess of cream cheese with the tropical sweetness of guava paste, all wrapped in flaky, buttery puff pastry. Perfect for any occasion, whether it be a casual snack, a festive appetizer, or a unique addition to your antipasti spread, these pastries are sure to satisfy your cravings.

What makes this treat particularly enticing is its contrast of flavors and textures—the creamy filling paired with the light and airy pastry creates a symphony of deliciousness in every bite. Plus, with only 90 minutes from start to finish, you’ll have these delectable treats ready to serve in no time. Each pastry is a perfect size for sharing, and with about 244 calories per serving, you can indulge without too much guilt!

Whether you’re hosting a gathering or simply treating yourself, these Guava-Cream Cheese Pastries are bound to become a favorite in your recipe repertoire. So roll up your sleeves, gather your ingredients, and get ready to create a mouthwatering snack that will transport you straight to a sunny tropical paradise!

Ingredients

  • ounces cream cheese chilled cut into 6 pieces and
  • large egg yolk (large)
  • ounces guava paste mashed (see Note)
  • tablespoon milk 
  • 14 ounces all-butter puff pastry thawed (one package)
  • 15 servings sugar for sprinkling

Equipment

  • bowl
  • frying pan
  • baking sheet
  • baking paper
  • oven
  • whisk

Directions

  1. Preheat the oven to 37
  2. In a small bowl, whisk the egg yolk with the milk.
  3. On a lightly floured work surface, unfold the puff pastry and cut it into 6 squares.
  4. Transfer the squares to a parchment paper-lined baking sheet.
  5. Cut the guava paste into 6 equal portions and spoon onto half of each pastry square. Top with the cream cheese.
  6. Brush the pastry edges with some of the egg wash. Fold the pastry over the filling to form rectangles and crimp the edges with a fork. Refrigerate for 15 minutes, until firm.
  7. Brush the pastries with the remaining egg wash and sprinkle with sugar.
  8. Bake in the center of the oven for 30 minutes, rotating the pan from front to back halfway through, until the pastries are golden.
  9. Let cool for at least 30 minutes before serving.

Nutrition Facts

Calories244kcal
Protein5.06%
Fat52.57%
Carbs42.37%

Properties

Glycemic Index
17.07
Glycemic Load
15.68
Inflammation Score
-3
Nutrition Score
5.1069564806378%

Nutrients percent of daily need

Calories:243.64kcal
12.18%
Fat:14.46g
22.25%
Saturated Fat:5g
31.25%
Carbohydrates:26.22g
8.74%
Net Carbohydrates:25.21g
9.17%
Sugar:13.66g
15.18%
Cholesterol:23.81mg
7.94%
Sodium:102.76mg
4.47%
Alcohol:0g
100%
Alcohol %:0%
100%
Protein:3.13g
6.26%
Vitamin C:25.85mg
31.34%
Selenium:8.17µg
11.67%
Vitamin B1:0.12mg
7.87%
Manganese:0.15mg
7.43%
Folate:28.87µg
7.22%
Vitamin B2:0.12mg
6.77%
Vitamin B3:1.24mg
6.18%
Vitamin A:241.28IU
4.83%
Vitamin K:4.8µg
4.58%
Iron:0.76mg
4.2%
Fiber:1.01g
4.04%
Phosphorus:37.98mg
3.8%
Copper:0.06mg
3%
Vitamin E:0.35mg
2.35%
Potassium:81.37mg
2.32%
Magnesium:7.93mg
1.98%
Calcium:18.5mg
1.85%
Zinc:0.25mg
1.7%
Vitamin B5:0.15mg
1.53%
Vitamin B6:0.03mg
1.45%
Source:My Recipes