Low Sodium Guava Pastry
Indulge in the tropical charm of these Low Sodium Guava Pastries, a healthier twist on a classic treat that's bursting with flavor. This recipe combines a buttery homemade pastry dough with a luscious guava filling enhanced by a hint of orange juice and a touch of sugar, ensuring a vibrant balance of sweetness and tang. Designed to be light on sodium yet rich in taste, these pastries are sealed into delicate triangles, brushed with egg white for a golden sheen, and baked to perfection in just 20 minutes. Perfect for brunch, dessert, or snacking, this recipe is easy to follow and offers a satisfying way to enjoy the exotic fruit in a flaky, melt-in-your-mouth pastry. Serve warm or at room temperature, and transport your taste buds to the tropics with every bite!
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 2 cups All-purpose flour
- 1 cup Unsalted butter
- 6 tablespoons Ice-cold water
- 8 ounces Guava paste
- 2 tablespoons Sugar
- 2 tablespoons Orange juice
- 1 unit Egg white
Instructions
Preheat your oven to 400°F (200°C) and line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
In a large mixing bowl, combine the all-purpose flour and unsalted butter. Use a pastry cutter or your fingers to blend until a crumbly mixture forms.
Gradually add in the ice-cold water, 1 tablespoon at a time, mixing until the dough just comes together. It should not be sticky.
Form the dough into a ball, wrap it in plastic wrap, and refrigerate for 15 minutes to chill.
On a lightly floured surface, roll out the chilled dough to a thickness of about 1/8 inch.
Cut the dough into 4-inch squares using a sharp knife or pizza cutter.
In a small mixing bowl, combine the guava paste, sugar, and orange juice. Mix well to form a spreadable guava filling.
Place a heaping tablespoon of the filling in the center of each dough square.
Fold the squares in half diagonally to form triangles. Press the edges together with a fork to seal.
Arrange the pastries on the prepared baking sheet.
Brush the tops of the pastries with lightly beaten egg white to create a golden, glossy finish when baked.
Bake in the preheated oven for 18-20 minutes, or until the pastries are golden brown and puffed.
Remove from the oven and let the pastries cool slightly on a wire rack before serving.
Serve warm or at room temperature, and enjoy your homemade low sodium guava pastries!
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
2484 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 99.1 g | 127% | |
| Saturated Fat | 56.4 g | 282% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 0.0 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 248 mg | 83% | |
| Sodium | 79 mg | 3% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 376.7 g | 137% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 9.1 g | 32% | |
| Total Sugars | 190.7 g | ||
| Protein | 29.6 g | 59% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.0 mcg | 0% | |
| Calcium | 69 mg | 5% | |
| Iron | 11.4 mg | 63% | |
| Potassium | 547 mg | 12% | |
*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.
