Simple Guava and cheese ☺️recipe (fresh guava) #homegardening #food #baking

Guava and Cheese Pastries

**Ingredients:**
– 1 sheet of puff pastry (thawed if frozen)
– 1 cup of fresh guava puree (made from your fresh guavas)
– 4 oz cream cheese, softened
– 2 tablespoons sugar (optional, depending on the sweetness of the guava)
– 1 egg (for egg wash)
– Powdered sugar (for dusting)

**Instructions:**

1. **Prepare the Guava Puree:**
– Peel and remove the seeds from your fresh guavas.
– Blend the guava flesh until smooth to make the puree.
– If the puree is too thick, add a little water to achieve the desired consistency.

2. **Preheat the Oven:**
– Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C).
– Line a baking sheet with parchment paper.

3. **Prepare the Puff Pastry:**
– Roll out the puff pastry on a lightly floured surface.
– Cut the puff pastry into squares (about 3×3 inches).

4. **Assemble the Pastries:**
– In a small bowl, mix the softened cream cheese with sugar (if using) until smooth.
– Place a small spoonful of the cream cheese mixture in the center of each puff pastry square.
– Add a spoonful of the guava puree on top of the cream cheese.

5. **Fold and Seal:**
– Fold the puff pastry square in half to form a triangle, pressing the edges together to seal.
– Use a fork to crimp the edges.

6. **Apply Egg Wash:**
– Beat the egg in a small bowl and brush the top of each pastry with the egg wash.

7. **Bake:**
– Place the pastries on the prepared baking sheet.
– Bake for 15-20 minutes or until the pastries are golden brown and puffed.

8. **Serve:**
– Allow the pastries to cool slightly.
– Dust with powdered sugar before serving.

These guava and cheese pastries are delicious warm or at room temperature and are perfect for enjoying with a cup of coffee or tea!

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