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Masareal de Guayaba

Cultural Context

Masareal de Guayaba is a traditional Cuban dessert made primarily from guava, a fruit native to tropical regions. This sweet treat has deep roots in Cuban culture, often enjoyed during holidays and family gatherings. Its preparation showcases the importance of guava in Cuban cuisine, where it symbolizes hospitality and celebration. Today, masareal is loved not only in Cuba but also in other Latin American countries, with variations that include different fruits and spices, making it a delightful treat worldwide.

CubanCUdessert
60 min
medium
12 servings
Servings4
0.5 cups butter
1.5 cups sugar
1 cup all-purpose flour
3 large eggs
1 tablespoon vanilla extract
1 teaspoon salt
4 cups guava

Quantities are estimated based on standard recipes for your convenience. The actual ingredients used in this video are accurate.

sugar

🥗Healthier: honey

💰Cheaper: brown sugar

Honey adds sweetness with fewer calories.

guava

🥗Healthier: apples

💰Cheaper: pears

Apples provide a similar texture and sweetness.

1

Add butter and sugar together and mix well with a spoon until creamy.

2

Gradually add flour to the mixture.

3

Add eggs one at a time.

4

Mix until there are no lumps in the batter.

5

Separate the batter into two equal parts.

6

Line a baking tray with parchment paper.

7

Spread half of the batter evenly in the tray using a spatula or your hands.

8

Bake the first layer for 15 minutes.

9

Place slices of guava on top of the first layer of batter.

10

Spread the remaining batter on top of the guava slices.

11

Bake at 350°F for 30 minutes.

12

Allow the cake to cool for 30 minutes before cutting it into equal squares.

Cooking Techniques

boilingmashingsetting

Equipment Needed

potmashspatuladish

Spice Level:

🌶️🌶️🌶️

Dietary

veganplant-basedgluten-freenut-free

Also Known As

Guava PasteGuava Candy

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