- Prep
- 20 min
- Cook
- 30 min
- Total time
- 50 min
- Yield
- 4 servings
- Difficulty
- EASY
- Calories
- 750 kcal
Quick summary
“Delicious Brazilian cheesecake filled with guava paste, tasty and easy to make. A delight for cheesecake lovers.”
What you need to know
- 200g of cornstarch cookies are enough for 4 portions of cheesecake.
- Cookie and butter crumb mixture is easily versatile for use in other recipes.
- The combination of guava paste and cream cheese creates a unique texture and flavor.
- Preparation and cooking time is short, allowing you to make a cheesecake in just a few hours.
- The additional guava paste is a softer version of the traditional guava paste.
Ingredients
Main
- Dough: 200g of cornstarch biscuits, 100g of melted butter.
- Filling: 400g of cream cheese, 1/2 cup of sugar, 3 eggs, 1 tablespoon of lemon juice.
- Topping: 300g of goiabada, 1/2 cup of water.
Instructions
Principal
- In the food processor, grind the cookies until they become flour.
- In a bowl, mix the cookie flour with the melted butter until a uniform dough forms.
- Press this mixture into the bottom of the pan and bake for 10 minutes.
- In another bowl, beat the cream cheese with the sugar until creamy.
- Add the eggs one at a time, beating well after each addition.
- Finally, add the lemon juice and mix well.
- Pour this mixture over the dough and bake for 45 minutes.
- Meanwhile, in a saucepan, melt the guava paste with the water until it forms a cream.
- After baking, remove the cheesecake from the oven and cover with the guava paste cream.
- Let cool and refrigerate for at least 4 hours before serving.
Chef's tips
- For greater firmness, you can add more cookies to the base dough.
- Make sure to mix the guava paste and water well to avoid lumps in the topping.
- Lemon juice helps give a touch of acidity to the filling, which goes well with guava paste.
Variations
- For a cheesecake with a creamier guava paste topping, you can add more guava paste to the guava cream.
- For a healthier version, you can use sugar-free guava paste instead of traditional guava paste.
- For a savory version, you can add a little pepper to the guava cream.
Substitutions
- To replace the cornstarch biscuit, you can use chocolate or peanut cookies.
- If you prefer, you can add a pinch of salt to the filling to balance the texture of the cream cheese.
- Instead of guava paste, you can use caramelized guava paste or cinnamon guava paste.
How to store
Leave the cheesecake away from sunlight for at least 4 hours before serving. Keep at room temperature and it should last 3 to 5 days.
Can it be frozen?
- It is not recommended to freeze this cheesecake, as the additional guava paste may harden and alter the texture of the product.
- If you wish to freeze, reserve additional thawing time before serving, as the guava paste may harden.
What to serve with
A pinch of fresh lemon or a gelatin sheet for dessert perfectly complements this cheesecake.
Frequently asked questions
Can you add fruit to the cheesecake filling?
Yes, you can incorporate a pinch of dried or yellow fruits into the filling to add an extra touch of flavor.
How to reduce cooking time?
Increase the oven temperature to 190°C to speed up cooking, but be sure to check if the surface is firm before letting it rest.
What do I do if the guava paste hardens on the topping?
You can add a little milk or warm water to melt the guava paste and reset the topping.
