F ROYAL PALM OMNIMEDIA: RECIPES: Taste Of Paradise / Guava & Cream Cheese Pastillos / CUBA

RECIPES: Taste Of Paradise / Guava & Cream Cheese Pastillos / CUBA



In the world of pastries, it has been a Latin American, (specifically Cuban),  favorite for generations.  It's absolutely delicious and so incredibly easy to make we knew it would be perfect for you to try on a lazy Sunday morning.  Enjoy!










Ingredients:


1 tbs milk

1/4 teaspoon lemon juice

1/8 cup sugar

1 egg

1 tbs water

1/4 tin goya guava paste

1.5 packages puff pastry dough

Directions:

Preheat your oven to 350°F



In a bowl, mash together the cream cheese, milk, lemon juice, and sugar. 

Mix well and set aside.



In a separate bowl whisk together the egg and 1 tablespoon of water.


Slice the guava into thin strips


Keep the puff pastry cool and only unroll a sheet as you need it. 

Cut each sheet into 2 smaller pieces.



In the center of each piece place 1 strip of guava paste and about 2 tablespoons of cream cheese sauce.


Fold the other half of puff pastry over the filling and press closed. 

Cut 2-3 slits through the top of each pastry.


Place on lined baking sheet, brush with egg wash, and bake in oven for about 30-40 minutes, until golden brown.


Let cool completely before eating!