Bahamian Guava Duff
Bahamian Guava Duff is a traditional dessert from the Bahamas, made with guava and sweet dough, then steamed to perfection. This delightful treat is a favorite in West Indian cuisine and is perfect for satisfying your sweet tooth.
Ingredients
- 4 cups all-purpose flour
- 1/2 cup granulated sugar
- 1/2 cup butter, softened
- 1/2 cup milk
- 1 tsp vanilla extract
- 2 cups guava, mashed
- 1/2 cup brown sugar
- 1/2 tsp ground cinnamon
- 1/4 tsp ground nutmeg
Instructions
- In a large bowl, mix the flour and granulated sugar. Cut in the butter until the mixture resembles coarse crumbs.
- Add the milk and vanilla extract, and mix until a soft dough forms.
- Roll out the dough on a floured surface into a large rectangle.
- In a separate bowl, mix the mashed guava, brown sugar, cinnamon, and nutmeg.
- Spread the guava mixture evenly over the dough.
- Roll up the dough, jelly-roll style, and seal the edges.
- Place the rolled dough on a piece of greased foil and wrap it tightly.
- Steam the wrapped dough for 1 hour.
- Unwrap the guava duff and let it cool slightly before slicing.
Cooking & Preparation
- Preparation time:
- 20 minutes
- Cooking time:
- 1 hour
- Total time:
- 1 hour
- Cooking method
- Stovetop
Nutritional facts per 1 serving
- Calories
- 300 per serving
- Carbohydrates
- 45g
- Fat
- 12g
- Protein
- 5g
Supplies
Large bowl Rolling pin Foil
Tools
Steamer
Serving suggestions
Serve the Bahamian Guava Duff warm with a scoop of vanilla ice cream for a delightful dessert.
Tips & tricks
For a twist, try adding a sprinkle of shredded coconut to the guava filling before rolling up the dough.
Cost
$15