Easy Bajan Sweet Treats with How To Cook Like A Bajan

sugar

🥗Healthier: honey

💰Cheaper: brown sugar

Honey provides natural sweetness with fewer calories.

gelatin

🥗Healthier: agar-agar

💰Cheaper: carrageenan

Agar-agar is plant-based and suitable for vegetarians.

lemon juice

🥗Healthier: lime juice

💰Cheaper: vinegar

Lime juice offers a similar acidity with a different flavor.

vanilla extract

🥗Healthier: vanilla bean

💰Cheaper: vanilla essence

Vanilla essence is a budget-friendly alternative.

Wash and peel the guavas, then chop them into small pieces.

Place the chopped guavas in a pot with water and cook over medium heat until soft, about 15-20 minutes.

Mash the cooked guavas to create a smooth puree, then strain to remove seeds and skins.

Return the guava puree to the pot and add sugar, lemon juice, and citric acid.

Cook the mixture over low heat, stirring constantly until the sugar dissolves completely.

Add gelatin to the mixture and stir until fully dissolved, about 2-3 minutes.

Increase the heat and cook the mixture until it thickens, about 10-15 minutes, stirring frequently.

Pour the thickened guava mixture into a greased mold or tray.

Allow the mixture to cool to room temperature, then refrigerate until set, about 4 hours or overnight.

Once set, cut into squares or desired shapes.

Serve as a sweet treat or dessert.

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