Knowing his Cuban roots (which are the same as mine) and his party-loving personality, I came up with a Miami-inspired flavor and called it Oye Morena (the name of one of his songs).

Out of 15 entries, he picked mine!

The flavor was vanilla cupcakes filled with guava and cream cheese and topped with dulce de leche frosting and shredded coconut flakes. There are honestly the next best thing after Cuban guava pastries!

I remember seeing the tweet and thinking, “Wait… did I just win?” 😳

I had never won anything before in my life. That moment pretty much sealed my fate as a recipe developer, and now these cupcakes are one of my favorite Cuban-inspired desserts to make for family celebrations.

Let me show you how to make these award-winning guava cupcakes!

How To Make Guava & Cheese Filled Cupcakes

Making these guava cupcakes is easier than it looks!

All you need to do is mix the batter, bake until golden, then fill each cupcake with guava marmalade and softened cream cheese, and top with creamy dulce de leche frosting and a sprinkle of shredded coconut flakes.

The result? Soft, moist vanilla cupcakes that taste sweet, tangy, and tart. Also, they’re so Miami-coded, a first-generation Cuban DJ picked them before even tasting them. 😎 The full recipe is below!

👉🏼 Can’t find guava marmalade for the filling? It happens. Here’s what you can do. Swap in tangy guava jam or melt guava paste with a bit of water until smooth and spoonable!

These guava & cheese cupcakes are definitely my go-to, especially after winning that super Miami DJ Laz contest years ago.

(Please comment down below if you’re from South Florida and miss DJ Laz on Power 96!)

I will say, however, that sometimes I reach for a silky guava swirl cheesecake or scroll through my collection of guava recipes when I’m craving a sweet treat. There’s truly no wrong way to enjoy guava!

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Guava Cheese Cupcakes with Dulce De Leche Frosting

Get ready for pure Miami flavor in dessert form! These guava & cheese cupcakes are soft, moist vanilla cupcakes filled with guava marmalade and softened cream cheese, then topped with creamy dulce de leche frosting and shredded coconut flakes. Whether you make them for your next pool party, family gathering, or a late-night snack, you will not be disappointed!

Course Dessert

Cuisine American, Cuban

Keyword dulce de leche, guava cheese, guava cupcakes, shredded coconut flakes, vanilla cupcakes

Prep Time 15 minutes minutes

Cook Time 20 minutes minutes

Total Time 35 minutes minutes

Servings 12 cupcakes

Calories 208kcal

Author Jamie Silva

Ingredients

• 1/2 cup unsalted butter softened to room temperature
• 1 cup granulated sugar
• 2 large eggs
• 1/2 cup buttermilk room temperature (regular milk works too)
• 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
• 1 1/2 cup all-purpose flour
• 1 teaspoon baking powder
• 1/4 teaspoon baking soda
• 1/4 teaspoon salt

Guava & Cheese Filling

• 4 ounces cream cheese room temperature
• 4 ounces guava marmalade*

Dulce De Leche Frosting

• 1 cup unsalted butter room temperature
• 3 cups powdered sugar
• 1/2 cup dulce de leche store-bought
• 2 tablespoons milk
• 1/4 teaspoon salt

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Instructions

• Preheat oven to 350ºF. Line a muffin tin with cupcake liners. Set aside.
• In a stand mixer, cream butter and sugar together then add eggs, buttermilk, and vanilla extract. Mix until well combined.
• Add flour, baking powder, baking soda, and salt. Mix until just combined. Careful not to over mix.
• Using an ice cream scoop or cookie scoop, scoop the batter into the cupcake liners about 3/4 of the way full.
• Bake for 20 minutes, or until the toothpick comes out clean. Remove from the oven and cool before filling and frosting. Set aside.
• While the cupcakes are in the oven, let's make the frosting. In a bowl or stand mixer, cream together the butter and sugar until combined.
• Add the dulce de leche, milk, and salt. Whip for 1-2 minutes until smooth. Fit a piping bag with an open star tip and fill it with frosting. Set aside.
• Using a sharp knife, cut a circle into the center of the cooled cupcakes to create a little pocket about 1 inch deep.
• Fill the cupcakes with the guava marmalade and a sliver of cream cheese. Gently press the circle piece back on top of the cupcake. 
• Pipe the dulce de leche frosting over the cupcakes. Sprinkle with shredded coconut flakes. Enjoy!

Notes

*Can’t find guava marmalade for the filling? Swap in tangy guava jam or melt guava paste with a bit of water until smooth and spoonable!

Nutrition

Serving: 1cupcake | Calories: 208kcal | Carbohydrates: 29g | Protein: 3g | Fat: 9g | Saturated Fat: 5g | Polyunsaturated Fat: 1g | Monounsaturated Fat: 2g | Trans Fat: 0.3g | Cholesterol: 52mg | Sodium: 130mg | Potassium: 45mg | Fiber: 0.4g | Sugar: 17g | Vitamin A: 298IU | Calcium: 41mg | Iron: 1mg

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But I’ll be honest, buying guava fruit to make recipes (or just enjoy on their own) wasn’t always our go-to move. That was until I learned how easy it is to make homemade guava jam!

This guava jam recipe is made with fresh pink guava, sugar, and a splash of lime juice, so every bite is packed with real fruit flavor. No pectin, no pulp from the freezer, just a thick, spreadable jam that tastes like home.

I love spooning it over Cuban crackers, but it’s just as good for making guava jam bars, or even drizzling over ice cream. Once you try it, you might be slightly addicted. Not that I speak from experience or anything. 👀

Let’s make it!

Making Guava Jam with Fresh Pink Guavas

Ok, I won’t lie. The process is kinda long, but it’s sooo worth it. Making guava jam from fresh fruit means you’ll spend some time peeling, seeding, and simmering, but that’s where the magic happens.

👉🏼 Make sure to look for ripe guavas. A ripe guava has green skin with pink flesh. When you squeeze it, it should be firm but have a bit of give. Kinda like a ripe pear. The smell is also fragrant, sweet, and tart.

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The texture of this guava jam is thick and spreadable, similar to guava marmalade but without the drippy, liquidy consistency. It holds its shape on a spoon, making it perfect for spreading on crackers or toast without sliding off (similar to my mango jam).

The flavor is tart and slightly tangy from the lime juice, sweet enough to feel like a treat, but balanced so you can enjoy it morning, noon, or night.

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Homemade Guava Jam (3 Ingredients!)

Make Abuela proud by making this homemade guava jam with just 3 simple ingredients: fresh guava, sugar, and lime juice. No pectin, no storebought pulp, just real fruit flavor in every spoonful. It’s thick, spreadable, and packed with tropical sweetness. Perfect for spreading on Cuban crackers, toast, bars, or even drizzled over ice cream. Que rico!

Course Breakfast, Snack

Cuisine Cuban

Keyword guava, guava jam, jam recipe

Prep Time 15 minutes minutes

Cook Time 40 minutes minutes

Total Time 55 minutes minutes

Servings 2 cups

Calories 56kcal

Author Jamie Silva

Ingredients

• 2 lb ripe guavas
• 1 cup water
• 1 1/2 cups granulated sugar
• 2 tablespoons fresh lime juice

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Instructions

• Rinse the guavas then trim the ends off. Cut them into quarters. Transfer to a Dutch over or saucepan and add water.
• Bring to a boil, and simmer for 20-25 minutes, stirring frequently, until guavas are soft and break apart.
• Using an immersion blender, off the heat, blend the mixture until pureed.
• Place a sieve over a large bowl. Spoon the pureed guava, in batches, onto a sieve and strain, discarding the seeds and skin. You should get approx. 3 cups of guava puree.
• Transfer the guava puree back to the pot. Add sugar and lime juice. Bring to a boil. Cook, stirring constantly, for about 20-30 minutes until the jam has thickened.
• You’ll know the guava jam is ready when you're able to see the bottom of the pot as you stir. The guava jam will be thick and will stick to the back of a wooden spoon.
• Ladle the guava jam an airtight container. Bring to room temperature before placing in the fridge for up to 2-3 weeks (if it lasts that long). Enjoy!

Nutrition

Serving: 1tablespoon | Calories: 56kcal | Carbohydrates: 13g | Protein: 1g | Fat: 0.3g | Saturated Fat: 0.1g | Polyunsaturated Fat: 0.1g | Monounsaturated Fat: 0.02g | Sodium: 1mg | Potassium: 120mg | Fiber: 2g | Sugar: 12g | Vitamin A: 177IU | Vitamin C: 65mg | Calcium: 6mg | Iron: 0.1mg

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Since I love guava so much (I mean, I have a plethora of recipes made with guava), I whipped up this Cuban guava shake with fresh strawberries.

And I have to say… it is chef’s kiss!

The guava nectar pairs beautifully with strawberry and milk, giving it a creamy texture with a sweet-tart flavor.

Growing up, batidos were our comfort drink, and this batido de guayaba y fresa is one I’ll be making on repeat all summer (nah, who am I kidding… I’ll be making this all YEAR long!).

You’re gonna love this one. Let me show you how to make it!

Step-by-Step Instructions

Making this blended Cuban guava shake with strawberries is quick and easy. Cuban shakes are typically made without ice cream.

Just milk, sweetened condensed milk, and fruit. That’s what makes this creamy guava milkshake so light and refreshing.

Similar to making un batido de mango, all you need for this strawberry guava shake is to blend guava nectar, fresh strawberries, whole milk, sweetened condensed milk, sugar, a pinch of salt, and ice until smooth and creamy.

🥤 By the way, I used guava nectar for this batido. This is the one I used. Can you use ripe pink guavas? Absolutely! Just scoop out the flesh from 2-3 fresh guavas and add it to the blender in place of the guava nectar.

Also, you can use frozen strawberries 🍓 in this shake. Just skip the ice and blend the frozen strawberries straight in.

If the shake turns out too thick, blend it up with a bit more milk (or water) until it’s just the way you like it.

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In Cuban culture, milkshakes and sandwiches are a perfect pair. My family would often enjoy a Cuban batido alongside a pressed Cuban sandwich. It’s the ultimate salty-sweet combo.

Hope you love it as much as I do!

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Strawberry Guava Shake (Cuban Batido De Guayaba y Fresa)

This strawberry guava shake is smooth, creamy, and filled with the flavors I grew up with. Guava has long been a staple in Cuban cooking, and it shines beautifully in this batido de guayaba y fresa when blended with fresh strawberries and sweetened condensed milk. Making Cuban batidos at home was always a part of my family, and this recipe captures that same sense of comfort and nostalgia. It’s especially satisfying with a warm Cuban sandwich.

Course Breakfast, Snack

Cuisine Cuban

Keyword batido de guayaba, cuban batido, guava strawberry shake, milkshake recipe

Prep Time 5 minutes minutes

Cook Time 5 minutes minutes

Total Time 10 minutes minutes

Servings 1 milkshake

Calories 524kcal

Author Jamie Silva

Ingredients

• 1 cup whole milk
• 3 tablespoons sweetened condensed milk
• 3 tablespoons granulated sugar or more to taste
• 1 cup guava nectar
• 3/4 cup fresh strawberries (approx. 8 large strawberries)
• Pinch of salt
• 1/2 cup ice

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Instructions

• Add the milk, sweetened condensed milk, sugar, guava nectar, strawberries, salt, and ice to a high-speed blender. Blend on high until smooth and creamy, about 1-2 minutes.
• Taste and adjust sweetness as desired. If you prefer a thinner consistency, you can blend with a bit more milk (or water).
• Pour into a glass and serve immediately. Enjoy on its own or with your favorite Cuban sandwich.

Notes

Sub for almond milk or evaporated milk (evaporated milk may alter the flavor slightly)

I used guava nectar for this batido. This is the one I used. Can you use ripe pink guavas? Absolutely! Just scoop out the flesh from 2-3 guavas and add it to the blender.

Frozen strawberries work beautifully in this milkshake and make it extra thick. Just skip the ice and blend the frozen strawberries straight in. If the shake feels too thick, blend with a bit more milk (or water) until it’s just the way you like it.

Nutrition

Serving: 1milkshake (16 oz) | Calories: 524kcal | Carbohydrates: 91g | Protein: 14g | Fat: 14g | Saturated Fat: 8g | Polyunsaturated Fat: 1g | Monounsaturated Fat: 3g | Cholesterol: 50mg | Sodium: 177mg | Potassium: 810mg | Fiber: 3g | Sugar: 87g | Vitamin A: 573IU | Vitamin C: 86mg | Calcium: 497mg | Iron: 1mg

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It’s a simple mix of white rum, lime juice, and guava nectar that tastes like a mini tropical vacation.

And if you’re into guava cocktails as much as I am (hi, guava elderflower mimosas 👋🏼), this one totally hits different.

Let me show you how to make it!

Step-By-Step Instructions

The guava daiquiri is a tropical spin on the ultimate Cuban classic.

Fun fact: They say the original daiquiri was born in Cuba around 1900, named after a small town just outside Santiago.

There’s even a Hemingway variation that uses grapefruit juice, but… I don’t know about you, I’ll take guava over grapefruit any day.

This version keeps the same crisp, citrusy base but adds sweet guava nectar for a tropical twist that’s super refreshing (kinda like my guava margarita!).

I’m always experimenting with guava in beverages, from iced guava passionfruit drinks to cocktails, and this one might be the easiest of the bunch.

It’s light, not too sweet, and makes a fun alternative to a classic Cuban mojito when you’re craving something different.

💡 Want a frozen guava daiquiri version? Just toss the same ingredients into a blender with 1 to 1.5 cups of ice and blend until smooth. Perfect for hot sunny days or a crowd.

Whether you call it a classic Cuban daiquiri with a guava twist or just your new favorite drink, you’ll see why guava and rum are such a perfect pair.

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Cuban Guava Daiquiri (4-Ingredients!)

This Cuban guava daiquiri is sweet, refreshing, and ridiculously easy to make with just 4 simple ingredients. With white rum, lime juice, and guava nectar, it’s a tropical twist on the classic Cuban cocktail. Perfect for guava lovers or anytime you’re craving something bright and citrusy. Want it frozen? Just toss everything in a blender with ice!

Course Drinks

Cuisine Cuban

Keyword cuban daiquiri, daiquiri, fresh lime juice, guava daiquiri, guava nectar, white rum

Prep Time 5 minutes minutes

Total Time 5 minutes minutes

Servings 2 daiquiris

Calories 247kcal

Author Jamie Silva

Equipment

• Cocktail Shaker Set

Ingredients

• 1.5 ounce simple syrup (or more to taste)
• 4 ounces white rum
• 4 ounces guava nectar
• 2 ounces fresh lime juice

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Instructions

• Make simple syrup by boiling 1/4 cup of granulated sugar and 1/4 cup of water until the sugar is dissolved.
• Fill both your coupe glass and cocktail shaker with cubed ice.
• Add white rum, guava nectar, lime juice, and simple syrup to the cocktail shaker.
• Cover the shaker and shake vigorously for 10 seconds. Taste and adjust for sweetness.
• Discard the ice from your coupe glass. Pour the guava daiquiri into the chilled glass. Garnish with a lime wedge. Enjoy!

Notes

Want a frozen guava daiquiri version? Just toss the same ingredients into a blender with 1 to 1.5 cups of ice and blend until smooth. Perfect for hot sunny days or for a crowd.

 

Nutrition

Serving: 1daiquiri | Calories: 247kcal | Carbohydrates: 32g | Protein: 0.2g | Fat: 0.1g | Polyunsaturated Fat: 0.01g | Sodium: 22mg | Potassium: 74mg | Fiber: 1g | Sugar: 28g | Vitamin A: 34IU | Vitamin C: 20mg | Calcium: 14mg | Iron: 1mg

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Once you taste that sweet combo, you’ll never be the same. I felt the same way when I tasted these delicious guava cheese empanadas. ¡Que rico!

Now, don’t get me wrong, I’m not saying these empanadas are better than pastelitos de guayaba y queso by any means but, what I am saying is that there’s a place for both on the dessert table. Let me show you!

Leftover dough? Make my tastes-just-like-arroz-con-pollo chicken empanadas next!

Prepping Instructions

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Want more guava recipes? Of course, you do. You should absolutely add my guava cheesecake with Maria cookie crust, guava jam bars, and guava jam thumbprint cookies to your list!

Cooking The Empanadas – 3 Ways

I’m personally scared of frying with hot oil (Mami makes fun of me lol) but that’s really the best way to make these sweet empanadas.

They come out crispy and delicious. Nevertheless, you can also make them in the oven or the air fryer.

Here are other cooking methods for these empanadas:

On The Stove

In a large skillet, heat 1 cup of oil to 400ºF. Fry the empanadas, a few at a time, until crispy and golden brown on all sides.

Drain the empanadas on paper towel-lined plates. Allow them to cool slightly. Serve immediately.

In The Air Fryer

Preheat your air fryer to 375°F. Assemble the empanadas and lightly brush them with oil to help them crisp up in the air fryer.

Place the empanadas in a single layer in the air fryer basket. Cook for 10-15 minutes, turning them halfway through, until they’re crispy and golden.

In The Oven

Preheat your oven to 375°F. Assemble the empanadas and place them on a baking sheet lined with parchment paper.

Brush them with a light coat of egg wash for a golden finish. Bake for about 20-25 minutes or until the empanadas are golden brown and crisp.

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30 Minute Guava Cheese Empanadas

These 4-ingredient Guava Cheese Empanadas are as Cuban as it gets, mi gente. We're talking homemade dough made with pork lard and brown sugar-cinnamon syrup, and a sweet guava and cream cheese filling that's to die for. Easy to assemble and even easier to devour, making them a perfect sweet treat ready in just 30 minutes.

Course Appetizer, Dessert, Snack

Cuisine Cuban, Latin

Keyword empanadas de guayaba y queso, guava and cheese empanadas, guava cheese empanadas

Prep Time 15 minutes minutes

Cook Time 15 minutes minutes

Total Time 30 minutes minutes

Servings 12 empanadas

Calories 267kcal

Author Jamie Silva

Equipment

• Deep nonstick skillet

Ingredients

• 12 empanada dough rounds (or store-bought empanada discs)
• 14 ounces guava paste
• 8 ounces cream cheese
• Canola oil for frying

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Instructions

• Cut the cream cheese and guava paste into 1-inch slices. Set aside.
• In the center of an empanada disc, place a guava paste slice and a slice of cream cheese on top. Fold the top half of the circle over the filling then seal with a fork. Repeat with the rest of the empanadas.
• In a large skillet, heat 1 cup of oil to 400ºF. Fry the empanadas, a few at a time, until crispy and golden brown on all sides. Drain the empanadas on paper towel-lined plates. Serve immediately.
• P.S. Allow the empanadas to cool slightly before eating. Guava gets hot so the filling can burn the roof of your mouth if you don't wait for them to cool a bit. I know this is the hardest part!

Nutrition

Serving: 1empanada | Calories: 267kcal | Carbohydrates: 1g | Protein: 3g | Fat: 28g | Saturated Fat: 2g | Polyunsaturated Fat: 8g | Monounsaturated Fat: 18g | Trans Fat: 0.1g | Cholesterol: 2mg | Sodium: 133mg | Potassium: 53mg | Sugar: 1g | Vitamin A: 10IU | Calcium: 66mg | Iron: 0.04mg

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If you’ve never heard of guava, I’m happy to share more about this amazing fruit!

What is Guava Fruit?

Guava fruit is a tropical fruit that originated in Central America but it is now cultivated in many tropical regions including parts of Asia, the Caribbean, South America, and Florida.

It has grown in Cuba since colonial times, introduced by the Spanish during their colonization of the Americas. Cuba’s warm climate and fertile soil provided an ideal environment for guava trees to thrive across the island.

This tropical fruit has a nutrient-dense fruit packed with vitamins, minerals, and antioxidants. It’s an excellent source of vitamin C, vitamin A, potassium, and fiber.

Guava has a special place in Cuban Cuisine for its versatility. We use guava in traditional Cuban desserts, such as pastelitos de guayaba, pastries filled with guava paste. These pastries are often enjoyed as a sweet treat or served alongside Cuban espresso.

Beyond desserts, we also use guava in savory dishes like guava bbq chicken wings. The sweetness of the guava complements the savory flavors of the meat, creating a delicious contrast.

Different Varieties

There are over 30 varieties of guava, each with its own unique characteristics. Some of the most common varieties include the white-fleshed guava and pink-fleshed guava.

• White-fleshed guavas have green to yellow-ish skin with white flesh, similar to an apple. They are the most common variety and more tangy-sweet in flavor, almost like a mix between a strawberry and a lemon.

• Pink-fleshed guavas are known as ‘red guavas’ for their pink-reddish insides. They look like limes from the outside with green skin. However, similar to strawberries, they have a sweet, tart flavor and their flesh is juicy and refreshing.

Oh and in case you were wondering… yes, you can eat the guava seeds. In fact, the seeds are edible and contribute to the texture of the fruit!

Where To Buy

We have fresh guava year-round in grocery stores and farmer’s markets here in South Florida. In general, they are available during the warmer months in grocery stores across the country.

When shopping for guavas, look for fruits that are firm with a bit of give (like when you feel a pear for ripeness). Their skin should be green, yellow, or pink, depending on the variety you prefer. And it should smell sweet and tropical!

Guava vs Other Fruits (apple, papaya, passion fruit)

While apples have a crisp texture and mild flavor, papayas are soft and have a sweet, musky taste. Passion fruits are tart and tangy with edible seeds, similar to guava. However, guava stands out with its unique tropical flavor and juicy texture!

Storage

Guavas should be stored at room temperature until ripe. Once ripe, they can be stored in the refrigerator for a few days to prolong freshness. If you have excess guavas, you can freeze them for longer-term storage. Simply slice the guavas, remove the seeds if desired, and store them in an airtight container or freezer bag.

What is Guava Paste?

Guava paste is essentially like fruit leather made by cooking the guava fruit with sugar and fresh lime juice until it becomes a very thick [delicious] paste. While the jams and marmalade are drippy, the guava paste is a thick, sticky block that’s soft enough to slice. And it tastes oh so good!

What To Make With Guava

Here are a few Cuban-inspired guava recipes that you must add to your menu rotations this week!

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4.69 from 122 reviews

Pastelitos de Guayaba Y Queso (Guava Cheese Pastries)

Cuban guava cheese pastelitos are a classic Cuban dessert made with 4 ingredients: flaky puff pastry, sweet guava paste, softened cream cheese, and egg wash. Ready in 20 minutes in the oven after 10 minutes of prep. Serve these pastelitos with Cuban coffee for breakfast or enjoy them as an afternoon snack!

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4.91 from 11 reviews

The Best Guava Margarita (On-the-Rocks!)

A refreshing guava margarita on the rocks! Made with guava nectar, coconut water, fresh lime juice, tequila, and a touch of agave. No margarita mixes here! The coconut-lime salted rim and lots of ice are essential. You'll find instructions for how to make a single serving margarita or a pitcher margaritas for a group.

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4.94 from 29 reviews

Guava Cake Bars (Cuban Masa Real de Guayaba)

Transport your taste buds to a tropical paradise with these highly-rated Guava Cake Bars, a beloved dessert renowned for its irresistible blend of rich, buttery cake layers embracing a sweet guava paste filling. Whether you're a seasoned baker or a kitchen novice, our Masa Real recipe is designed to evoke sweet memories that make it a dessert worth celebrating.

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4.91 from 10 reviews

Guava BBQ Glazed Chicken Wings

Tangy, sweet chicken wings are tossed with a homemade Cuban sazon completa spice blend and then glazed with a homemade guava bbq sauce. Whether you bake, air fry, or grill these guava bbq chicken wings until crispy perfection, they will always be a hit!

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5

4.82 from 22 reviews

Guava BBQ Sauce From Scratch (No Ketchup!)

Tangy, sweet guava BBQ sauce made from scratch without ketchup. Easy-to-make, on the stovetop, and ready in just 15 minutes. Perfect for cooking, grilling, and brushing on chicken, pork, ribs, and more. You won't get enough of this Cuban-inspired bbq sauce!

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5 from 3 reviews

Homemade Brazo Gitano (Guava Swiss Roll)

Discover the delightful flavors of Latin America with our Brazo Gitano de Guayaba (Guava Swiss Roll), a guava jelly roll cake that's made with a soft, fluffy sponge cake filled with luscious guava filling, rolled up, and then dusted with powdered sugar. Bring this guava dessert to life in 25 minutes with my foolproof step-by-step process!

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4.62 from 21 reviews

DIY Iced Guava Passionfruit Drink (15 Minute Recipe!)

This Iced Guava Passionfruit Drink (a Starbucks copycat recipe) takes just 15 minutes to whip up at home. It’s made with unsweetened coconut milk, guava nectar, passionfruit juice, and a 5-minute homemade pineapple-ginger syrup. A tall glass + lots of ice are essential. It’s creamy, slightly sweet and so refreshing — a tropical paradise in a cup!

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8

4.87 from 15 reviews

Torticas de Guayaba (Guava Jam Thumbprint Cookies)

Classic buttery shortbread thumbprint cookies made with 6 ingredients and filled with sweet and tart guava jam. Just 25 minutes from start to finish! These Torticas de Guayaba (Guava Jam Thumbprint Cookies) are similar to my torticas de moron with the exception of the guava. They're great for gift giving too!

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4.59 from 17 reviews

3-Ingredient Elderflower Guava Mimosa

This refreshingly sweet guava mimosa is made with guava nectar, elderflower liqueur, and champagne. Only 3 ingredients! You'll enjoy notes of strawberry, grapefruit, lychee, and pear in this delicious pale pink cocktail. Perfect for brunch, happy hour, Mother's Day, bridal showers, and just about any day!

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10

4.50 from 16 reviews

Homemade Guava Caramel Bread Pudding with Pecans

A Cuban classic with a modern twist! This sweet, moist, cinnamon-spiced (and boozy!) bread pudding recipe drizzled with a homemade guava caramel sauce and crunchy candied maple pecans uses canned sweetened condensed milk as well as evaporated milk. No raisins though, sorry Mom!

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5 from 8 reviews

Guava Jam Bars with Coconut Macadamia Oat Crumble Topping

Salty, sweet jam bars made with thick guava jam sandwiched between a buttery macadamia nut, shredded coconut, and oat crumble topping. An easy-to-make, simple tropical treat for breakfast, brunch, or any day of the week!

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4.84 from 12 reviews

Easy Guava Swirl Cheesecake with Maria Cookie Crust

This guava cheesecake is rich and creamy with swirls of guava marmalade on a buttery Maria cookie crust. You and your family won't get enough!

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Guava BBQ Glazed Meatloaf Recipe

A tender, flavorful, easy meatloaf recipe made with ground beef and ground pork then glazed with a homemade guava bbq sauce.

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4.45 from 18 reviews

White Chocolate Guava Magic Cookie Bars

Magic cookie bars made with Maria cookies, sweetened condensed milk, guava paste, white chocolate chips, sliced almonds, and toasted coconut. The Maria cookie crust gives them a buttery, lightly sweet base, while the guava adds a tangy flavor in every bite. Gooey in the center with crisp, golden edges. They’re rich, chewy, and seriously addictive.

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15

5 from 8 reviews

Homemade Guava Cranberry Sauce with Oranges

Skip the canned cranberry sauce this year and make it at home with a Cuban twist by adding guava marmalade and oranges! This guava orange cranberry sauce is only 5 ingredients: whole cranberries, fresh orange juice, orange zest, guava marmalade, cinnamon, vanilla, and sugar. Ready in just 20 minutes!

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16

4.80 from 5 reviews

Almond Butter & Guava Jelly Muffins

Soft, fluffy muffins made with swirled almond butter and guava jelly. A fun spin on PB&J muffins for the perfect on-the-go breakfast!

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5 from 1 review

Guava Rice Krispie Treats with Maria Cookies

Deliciously sweet treats made with crispy rice cereal, guava marmalade marshmallow cream, cubes of guava paste and crumbled Maria cookies!

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5 from 2 reviews

Guava Basil Moscow Mule

Guava Basil Moscow Mule. A twist to the traditional refreshing Vodka cocktail made with spicy ginger beer, guava nectar, fresh lime and sweet basil. Delicious drink for any time of year!  

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5 from 2 reviews

Baked Guava Mimosa Glazed Doughnuts

Turn everyone's favorite brunch drink into a guava glazed doughnuts! Soft, fluffy, baked guava glazed donuts topped with a champagne and guava marmalade glaze!

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5 from 3 reviews

Guava Cheese Pop Tarts

These semi-homemade guava and cream cheese pop tarts are super easy to make using refrigerated pie crust and condensed milk for drizzling. The perfect combination of a Cuban treat on an American classic.

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