Description
These Guava Pastelitos are sweet, flaky pastries with buttery puff pastry and a gooey guava filling. A Latin bakery favorite you can now make at home in under 30 minutes! Whether you enjoy them for breakfast, dessert, or an afternoon snack, they’re a tropical treat that never disappoints.
Ingredients
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1 (14- to 17.5-ounce) package frozen puff pastry (preferably Pepperidge Farm), thawed but still cold
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1 large egg, beaten
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11 ounces guava paste, cut into 18 pieces
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2 tablespoons granulated sugar (optional, for glaze)
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2 tablespoons hot water (optional, for glaze)
Instructions
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Preheat oven to 375°F and line a baking sheet with parchment paper. Beat the egg in a small bowl.
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Roll out 1 puff pastry sheet into a 9-inch square if needed. Cut into 9 (3-inch) squares. Repeat with the second sheet (or roll out a single 9×18-inch sheet and cut into 18 squares).
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Place 9 squares on the baking sheet. Add 2 pieces of guava paste to the center of each.
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Brush the edges with egg wash. Top with remaining squares and seal edges with a fork.
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Brush tops and edges with egg wash. Use a small knife to cut a 2-inch slit across each one.
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Bake for 15 minutes. Rotate the pan and bake another 10–15 minutes until puffed and golden.
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Optional: Mix sugar and hot water to create a glaze. Brush on top after baking. Let cool 10 minutes before serving.
Notes
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These can be served warm or at room temperature.
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Add a sprinkle of powdered sugar for extra flair.
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Store leftovers in an airtight container at room temp for up to 2 days. Reheat in the oven for crispiness
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 pastelito
- Calories: 270
- Sugar: 11g
- Sodium: 130mg
- Fat: 16g
- Saturated Fat: 4.5 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 10g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 28 g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 3g
- Cholesterol: 20mg