Guava Hand Pies : How to Make this Colombian Dessert

guava paste

🥗Healthier: fresh guava

💰Cheaper: apple butter

Fresh guava offers a lighter flavor, while apple butter is more accessible.

butter

🥗Healthier: coconut oil

💰Cheaper: margarine

Coconut oil adds a unique flavor and is dairy-free.

all-purpose flour

🥗Healthier: whole wheat flour

💰Cheaper: corn flour

Whole wheat flour increases fiber content, while corn flour is often less expensive.

sugar

🥗Healthier: honey

💰Cheaper: brown sugar

Honey is a natural sweetener, while brown sugar can be more affordable.

Cut the puff pastry into rectangles.

Cut the guava paste into slivers.

Place the guava paste slivers on the puff pastry rectangles.

Add mozzarella cheese on top of the guava paste if desired.

Cover with another piece of puff pastry and seal the edges with a fork.

For the caramel version, add a spoonful of caramel sauce with the guava paste before sealing.

Place the hand pies in the freezer for about 10 minutes.

Brush melted butter on top of the hand pies.

Sprinkle turbinado sugar on top for a crispy crust.

Bake in the oven at 375°F for 10 to 12 minutes.

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