Guava Cheese Tart

Jun 07, 2023June 7, 20230 14

20 min

40 min

60 min

Easy

	3/4 cup cream cheese , room temperature
	1 cup grated panela cheese ( check your Mexican and Caribbean food stores ) or 1 cup dry-curd farmer cheese ( check your Mexican and Caribbean food stores )
	2 puff pastry sheet , each cut into a 12-inch circle
	1 egg , lightly beaten
	2/3 cup guava paste or 2/3 cup other fruit jam , puree mixed with
	1/4 cup freshly squeezed lime juice
	1 tablespoon heavy cream

Servings Per Recipe

Calories

458

Sugar

22g

Fat

29g

1.	Preheat the oven to 400°F.
2.	In a large mixing bowl, beat the cream cheese and grated panela cheese until smooth.
3.	Roll out 1 puff pastry circle on a lightly floured surface and transfer it to a 9-inch tart pan.
4.	Brush the bottom of the crust with the beaten egg and blind bake for 10 minutes.
5.	Spread the guava paste mixed with lime juice over the crust and spread the cheese mixture evenly on top.
6.	Roll out the second puff pastry circle and cut it into thin 1-inch strips.
7.	Arrange the strips over the cheese layer in a lattice pattern.
8.	Brush the strips with the heavy cream and bake for 25-30 minutes until golden.

The Guava Cheese Tart is a delicious blend of sweet guava paste and tangy cream cheese.

It is easy to prepare and can be served hot or cold.

The tart is high in calories and fat, so it should be enjoyed in moderation.

The panela cheese can be difficult to find in some areas.

Guava is a rich source of dietary fiber, vitamin C, and antioxidants.
The cheese provides a good source of protein, calcium, and vitamin D.