How To Make Pasteles De Guayaba

INGREDIENTS

• 1 1⁄2 lbs guava paste
• 1 lb butter (softened)
• 1 lb cream cheese
• 1 lb flour
• sugar

DIRECTIONS

Step 1

Wrap in plastic wrap and put in the refrigerator for at least 30 minutes. Mix cream cheese, butter, and flour until well blended.

Step 2

Heat the oven to 375°F.

Step 3

Slice the dough into 16-20 squares after rolling it out into a 1/4-inch thick square.

Step 4

Place one tablespoon of guava paste off center in each square.

Step 5

Press the edges shut after folding the dough over the guava paste.

Step 6

Sprinkle a thin layer of sugar over the cakes before placing them on a cookie sheet.

Step 7

About 25 minutes after baking, the cakes should be evenly browned.