Pastelillos de Guayaba (Guava Pastries)

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Pastelillos de Guayaba (Guava Pastries) served on a white platter surrounded by blueberries and strawberry slices.

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4.94 from 16 votes

Puerto Rican Pastelillos de Guayaba (Guava Pastries) is a delectable treat that are perfect as a scrumptious dessert, breakfast or snack. Made in under 20 minutes with just 3 simple ingredients!

Prep Time5

Cook Time15

Total Time20

Course: Breakfast, Dessert, Snack

Cuisine: Puerto Rican

Servings: pastries

Calories: 674kcal

Author: Catherine Arena

Ingredients

1 package puff pastry thawed for 20 minutes
1 block guava paste thinly sliced
confectioners sugar sprinkled

Instructions

Preheat oven to 375° F degrees. Thaw the puff pastry and cut the guava paste into thin slices.
Lay one puff pastry sheet on a cutting board and top with guava paste. Three guava pieces across and three guava pieces down in columns.
Top with the other puff pastry sheet. Cut the puff pastry into 9 squares.
Place the individual squares on a baking sheet and cook for 15-20 minutes at 375° F degrees or until beautifully golden, flaky and puffy.
Remove the pastelillos from the oven and allow to sit for a few minutes.
After a few minutes, transfer the pastelillos to a wire rack to cool completely. Once they have cooled sprinkle confectioners sugar on top.

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Recipe Notes:

Storing: Store leftover pastelillos in an airtight container at room temperature for up to two days.

Storing Leftover Guava: Simply wrap in plastic wrap and store in the refrigerator for up to 3 months.

Extra Puffiness: For a lighter, puffier texture, poke a few holes in the dough with a fork before baking.

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