How to Soften Guava Paste for Guava Pastries

Question

I want to make guava pastries like how they are from the restaurants. All the recipes I see say to use guava paste unaltered. The problem is it's too thick. I want to thin it out so it can be more gel like at room temperature. I've tried adding water but it didn't seem to work too well.

Lynn Clark · Accepted Answer

Hi Jordan - If you slice the guava paste slightly thinner the paste should soften and melt while it bakes. It will, of course, solidify a bit as it cools but that is normal. If you still prefer the guava paste softer, you can try mashing the paste before adding it to the pastry. However, we still think this will solidify when it cools. Best, The Milk Street Team

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