Dairy-Free Guava Pastry

Experience the tropical delight of Dairy-Free Guava Pastries, a flaky and luscious treat that brings vibrant tropical flavors to your table without a hint of dairy. With a tender homemade crust made from coconut oil and a rich, velvety filling of guava paste brightened with a touch of lemon juice and maple syrup, these pastries strike the perfect balance between sweet and tangy. Ideal for brunch spreads, dessert tables, or a midday indulgence, this recipe is dairy-free, plant-based, and irresistibly good. Whether you’re an experienced baker or just love experimenting in the kitchen, these pastries are simple to prepare yet impressive to serve. Pair them with your favorite tea for a light and satisfying treat reminiscent of tropical sunshine!

Nutriscore Rating: 38/100

Prep Time:30 mins

Cook Time:20 mins

Total Time:50 mins

Servings: 12

Ingredients

• 2 cups all-purpose flour
• 0.5 teaspoon salt
• 0.75 cup coconut oil, solid
• 6 tablespoons ice water
• 1 cup guava paste
• 1 tablespoon lemon juice
• 2 tablespoons maple syrup
• 1 tablespoon cornstarch

Directions

Step 1

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

Step 2

In a large mixing bowl, combine the all-purpose flour and salt.

Step 3

Add the solid coconut oil to the flour mixture and use a pastry cutter or fork to cut it into the flour until the mixture resembles coarse crumbs.

Step 4

Gradually add the ice water, one tablespoon at a time, mixing gently until the dough begins to hold together. Do not overmix.

Step 5

Divide the dough into two equal halves. Flatten each into a disk, wrap in plastic wrap, and refrigerate for 15 minutes.

Step 6

In a small saucepan over low heat, combine the guava paste, lemon juice, maple syrup, and cornstarch. Stir continuously until the mixture is smooth and thickened. Set aside to cool slightly.

Step 7

Remove one dough disk from the refrigerator. On a lightly floured surface, roll it out to about 1/8-inch thickness.

Step 8

Cut out small squares, approximately 3x3 inches, from the rolled dough. Place them onto the prepared baking sheet.

Step 9

Spoon about a tablespoon of the guava mixture onto the center of each square.

Step 10

Roll out the second dough disk and cut into similar-sized squares. Place these squares over the filling, pressing the edges with a fork to seal.

Step 11

Make a small slit or poke a few holes on the top of each pastry using a sharp knife or fork to release steam during baking.

Step 12

Bake in the preheated oven for 18-20 minutes, or until the pastries are golden brown.

Step 13

Remove from oven and allow to cool on a wire rack before serving.

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	(884.9g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	3481.3

Total Fat 182.2g	0%
Saturated Fat 147.8g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat 0.1g
Cholesterol 0mg	0%
Sodium 1193.5mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 450.3g	0%
Dietary Fiber 10.2g	0%
Total Sugars 256.5g
Protein 25.2g	0%

Vitamin D 0IU	0%
Calcium 43.3mg	0%
Iron 11.5mg	0%
Potassium 493.8mg	0%

*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.

Source of Calories

Fat: 46.3%

Protein: 2.8%

Carbs: 50.9%