Recipe of Pastelitos de Guayaba

Ingredients

• 1 package (17.3 oz) puff pastry sheets, thawed
• 1 cup guava paste, cut into small cubes
• 1 egg, beaten (for egg wash)
• Powdered sugar (optional, for dusting)

Directions

1. 1

   Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C) and line a baking sheet with parchment paper.

2. 2

   Roll out the thawed puff pastry sheets on a lightly floured surface to create a large rectangle. Use a sharp knife or pastry cutter to cut the pastry into 12 equal squares.

3. 3

   Place a small cube of guava paste (about 1 tablespoon) in the center of each pastry square.

4. 4

   Fold each pastry square diagonally to form a triangle. Use a fork to press the edges together, sealing the pastries.

5. 5

   Brush the tops of the pastries with the beaten egg to give them a beautiful golden brown color when baked.

6. 6

   Transfer the pastries to the prepared baking sheet and bake in the preheated oven for 20-25 minutes or until they are puffed up and golden brown.

7. 7

   Remove the pastelitos from the oven and let them cool on a wire rack for a few minutes.

8. 8

   Optionally, dust the pastries with powdered sugar before serving for an extra touch of sweetness.

9. 9

   Serve your Pastelitos de Guayaba warm or at room temperature.