Best 3 Puerto Rican Guava Cheese Appetizer Recipes

Puerto Rican guava cheese appetizer is a sweet and savory dish that is perfect for any occasion. Made with guava paste, cream cheese, and sometimes nuts like pistachios or walnuts, this appetizer is sure to be a hit at your next party or gathering. While there are many different recipes for Puerto Rican guava cheese appetizer, they all share some common ingredients and techniques. For the best results, use fresh guava paste and high-quality cream cheese. Be sure to chill the appetizer before serving to allow the flavors to meld together.

Here are our top 3 tried and tested recipes!

GUAVA AND CHEESE APPETIZERS

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My first experience eating Guava paste was when I took a class in college 2004 called "Spanish American Civilization" and I had to do a research paper on a country of our choice(I chose Puerto Rico) and wanted to take a snack that was indigenous to South America and this was it. My professor Jane Oyarzun's husband was there that...

Provided by Kimberly Biegacki

Categories Fruit Appetizers

Time 10m

Number Of Ingredients 7

Ingredients

1 can(s) guava paste (i used goya brand)
1 block of cheese, your choice of flavor
1 can(s) black olives
1/2 c sugar
1-2 mini cookie cutters, your choice of shape
1 pkg goya crackers or crackers of your choice
1 box toothpicks or fancy pics

Steps:

1. Slice your cheese and guava in the width that you want and then begin using your cookie cutter to cut out your shapes. Once finished dip your guava stars or whatever shape you choose into the sugar. This helps to make it less sticky.
2. 7/6/13 --Made these delicious appetizers for at our 4th of July cookout this weekend. We had them for lunch along with another light recipe. Everyone finds them very addictive.
3. I do enjoy these delicious little bites with the fresh taste of https://www.justapinch.com/recipes/drink/non-alcoholic-drink/basil-infused-watermelon-lemonade-2.html?p=3.
4. July 28th, 2016 -- Made for Dad's Enchilada meal.

PUERTO RICAN GUAVA CHEESE APPETIZER

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I tried this recipe at an international food festival several years ago and simply loved the flavor. The cheese and guava paste go very well together.

Provided by Blue Peacock

Categories Cheese

Time 5m

Yield 20 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 3

Ingredients

1 (22 ounce) can guava paste, cut into 1 inch cubes (you can find this in a Latin American store)
1 (16 ounce) package sharp cheddar cheese, cut into 1 inch cubes
20 toothpicks

Steps:

Skewer one cube of the guava paste and one cube of cheddar cheese on a toothpick.
Repeat with the remaining guava paste and cheddar cheese cubes.
Refrigerate until serving time.

PUERTO RICAN SWEET AND SAVORY GUAVA DIP

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This unique, Puerto Rican sweet and savory guava dip take less than 15 minutes to make and it's the rock star of dips!

Provided by Jas

Categories Appetizer

Time 15m

Number Of Ingredients 6

Ingredients

5 oz guava paste (about a quarter of 21 oz can)
8 oz cream cheese
1/4 cup sour cream
2 tablespoons honey
1/2 teaspoon minced garlic
salt to taste

Steps:

In a food processor combine guava paste and 2 tablespoons of hot water. Blend until smooth. Transfer to a bowl and set aside.
Rinse out the food processor. In the food processor combine remaining ingredients and blend until smooth. Season with salt to taste.
Transfer cream cheese mixture to a bowl and fold in guava. Refrigerate covered until ready to serve.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 508 kcal, Carbohydrate 23 g, Protein 7 g, Fat 44 g, SaturatedFat 25 g, Cholesterol 139 mg, Sodium 387 mg, Sugar 21 g, ServingSize 1 serving

Tips:

Choose ripe guavas for the best flavor. Look for guavas that are slightly soft to the touch and have a deep red or pink color.
To easily remove the guava seeds, cut the guavas in half and scoop out the seeds with a spoon.
If you don't have guava paste, you can make your own by simmering guava pulp with sugar and lemon juice until it thickens.
Use a variety of cheeses to create different flavor combinations. Some good options include cream cheese, goat cheese, and queso fresco.
Serve the guava cheese appetizer with crackers, bread, or fruit.

Conclusion:

Puerto Rican guava cheese is a delicious and easy-to-make appetizer that is perfect for any occasion. With its sweet and tangy flavor, it is sure to be a hit with your guests. So next time you are looking for a crowd-pleasing appetizer, give this recipe a try.

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