Easy Guava Cake
Indulge in the tropical sweetness of this Easy Guava Cake, a quick and delightful dessert that brings sunshine to your table! Featuring a moist yellow cake infused with fragrant guava nectar, this recipe combines convenience with irresistible flavor. A luscious guava glaze seeps into every bite, while a velvety cream cheese frosting with whipped topping adds a creamy finish. Made in just over an hour and perfect for serving 12, this simple recipe is ideal for celebrations or whenever you’re craving a taste of the tropics. Plus, it's an easy way to impress with minimal effort—your guests will love its vibrant, fruity flavor!
The Toxic-Free Cutting Board
Medical-grade titanium. No microplastics. No bacteria. No compromises.
Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 1 box (15.25 oz) yellow cake mix
- 1 cup guava nectar
- 0.5 cup vegetable oil
- 3 large eggs
- 1 cup guava jelly or paste
- 0.25 cup water
- 8 oz (softened) cream cheese
- 1 cup powdered sugar
- 1 cup whipped topping
Instructions
Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C). Grease and lightly flour a 9x13-inch baking pan.
In a large mixing bowl, combine the yellow cake mix, guava nectar, vegetable oil, and eggs. Beat with an electric mixer on medium speed for 2 minutes until the batter is smooth.
Pour the batter into the prepared baking pan and spread evenly.
Bake in the preheated oven for 30-35 minutes or until a toothpick inserted into the center comes out clean.
While the cake bakes, make the guava glaze. In a small saucepan, combine the guava jelly or paste with the water. Heat over medium-low heat, stirring constantly, until the jelly melts and forms a smooth glaze.
Once the cake is out of the oven, allow it to cool for 10 minutes. Then, poke holes all over the surface of the warm cake using a skewer or fork. Pour the guava glaze evenly over the cake, letting it seep into the holes. Let the cake cool completely.
For the frosting, beat the softened cream cheese and powdered sugar together in a large bowl until smooth. Fold in the whipped topping until fully combined.
Spread the frosting evenly over the cooled cake. For added guava flavor, spoon or drizzle extra guava jelly on top, if desired.
Refrigerate the cake for at least 1 hour before serving. Cut into squares and enjoy your tropical treat!
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
405 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 19.3 g | 25% | |
| Saturated Fat | 6.7 g | 33% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 5.6 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 71 mg | 24% | |
| Sodium | 267 mg | 12% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 52.7 g | 19% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 0.3 g | 1% | |
| Total Sugars | 37.8 g | ||
| Protein | 4.6 g | 9% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.3 mcg | 2% | |
| Calcium | 81 mg | 6% | |
| Iron | 0.9 mg | 5% | |
| Potassium | 80 mg | 2% | |
*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.
