Merken Rich, buttery pastry layered with luscious guava paste, these classic Cuban bars offer a perfect balance of sweet fruit and tender cake. Ideal for dessert, snacks, or a festive treat, this traditional recipe brings a taste of the tropics to your home kitchen.
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With a preparation time of 25 minutes and a cooking time of 40 minutes, these bars are a manageable medium-difficulty project. They yield 16 servings, making them perfect for sharing at gatherings or enjoying as a week-long snack. Ensure you have your 8x8-inch baking pan and parchment paper ready for the best results.
Ingredients
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- Dough
- 2 cups (250 g) all-purpose flour
- 1 ½ teaspoons baking powder
- ¼ teaspoon fine sea salt
- ½ cup (115 g) unsalted butter, softened
- ¾ cup (150 g) granulated sugar
- 3 large eggs, at room temperature
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- ⅓ cup (80 ml) whole milk
- Filling
- 12 oz (340 g) guava paste, sliced into thin strips
Instructions
- Step 1
- Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C). Line an 8x8-inch (20x20 cm) baking pan with parchment paper, leaving an overhang for easy removal.
- Step 2
- In a medium bowl, whisk together the flour, baking powder, and salt.
- Step 3
- In a large bowl, beat the butter and sugar together until light and fluffy. Add eggs one at a time, beating well after each addition. Mix in the vanilla extract.
- Step 4
- Gradually add the dry ingredients to the wet mixture, alternating with the milk, beginning and ending with the flour. Mix until just combined—do not overmix.
- Step 5
- Spread half the dough evenly into the prepared pan.
- Step 6
- Arrange the guava paste strips in a single, even layer over the dough.
- Step 7
- Gently spread the remaining dough over the guava layer, using a spatula or damp fingers to cover completely.
- Step 8
- Bake for 38–42 minutes, or until the top is golden and a toothpick inserted into the pastry (not the guava) comes out clean.
- Step 9
- Allow to cool completely in the pan. Lift out using parchment and cut into bars.
Zusatztipps für die Zubereitung
Using room temperature ingredients for the dough ensures a smooth, well-emulsified batter. When spreading the top layer of dough, if it feels too sticky, using damp fingers or a lightly oiled spatula can help you achieve a smooth, even surface without pulling up the guava paste layer.
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Varianten und Anpassungen
For a bright, citrusy lift, consider adding a hint of grated lime zest to the dough. If you prefer a creamier texture, you can substitute a portion of the guava paste with thin slices of cream cheese, which pairs exceptionally well with the fruit sweetness.
Serviervorschläge
These bars are best served at room temperature once they have cooled completely in the pan to ensure clean cuts. Each bar provides approximately 210 calories, 7 g of fat, 34 g of carbohydrates, and 3 g of protein. Store any leftovers in an airtight container at room temperature for up to 3 days.
Merken Whether enjoyed as a festive treat or a simple afternoon snack, these Guava Cake Bars offer a beautiful golden crust and a luscious fruit center that captures the essence of classic Cuban baking. Their balance of sweetness and buttery pastry makes them a reliable favorite for any dessert lover.
Antworten auf häufige Fragen
- → Was ist Guavenpaste und wo bekomme ich sie?
Guavenpaste ist eine konzentrierte Paste aus gekochten Guaven mit Zucker. Sie ist in lateinamerikanischen Märkten, gut sortierten Supermärkten oder online erhältlich.
- → Kann ich die Guavenpaste ersetzen?
Frisches Guavenmark oder Guavenkonfitüre können verwendet werden, haben aber eine weichere Konsistenz. Membrillo (Quittenpaste) ist eine ähnliche Alternative.
- → Wie lagere ich die Guava Bars am besten?
Bewahren Sie die Bars in einem luftdichten Behälter bei Zimmertemperatur auf. Sie halten sich bis zu 3 Tage. Im Kühlschrank verlängert sich die Haltbarkeit auf etwa eine Woche.
- → Kann ich diese Bars einfrieren?
Ja, ungeschnittene oder einzelne Portionsstücke können eingefroren werden. Wickeln Sie sie fest in Plastikfolie und frieren Sie bis zu 3 Monaten ein. Tauen Sie vor dem Servieren auf.
- → Warum wird der Teig so lagenweise aufgebaut?
Der schichtweise Aufbau sorgt dafür, dass die Guavenpaste vom Teig umschlossen wird. So wird verhindert, dass die Paste austrocknet und die Textur bleibt gleichmäßig zart.
- → Kann ich diese Bars vegan zubereiten?
Ja, ersetzen Sie Butter durch pflanzliche Margarine, Eier durch Leinsamen- oder Apfelmus und verwenden Sie pflanzliche Milch. Der Teig wird ähnlich gut gelingen.