Delicia De Guayaba (guava Delight)

Delicia de Guayaba, or Guava Delight, is a popular dessert in Ecuadorian cuisine. This sweet and tangy treat is perfect for satisfying your sweet tooth and is easy to make at home.

Delicia De Guayaba (guava Delight)

Ingredients

  • 4 cups guava pulp
  • 1 cup sugar
  • 1/2 cup water
  • 1 tablespoon lemon juice
  • 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
  • 1/4 teaspoon ground cinnamon

Instructions

  1. In a saucepan, combine the guava pulp, sugar, water, and lemon juice.
  2. Cook over medium heat, stirring constantly, until the mixture thickens, about 20-25 minutes.
  3. Remove from heat and stir in the vanilla extract and ground cinnamon.
  4. Let the mixture cool for 10 minutes, then transfer to serving dishes.
  5. Refrigerate for at least 2 hours before serving.

Cooking & Preparation

Preparation time:
20 minutes
Cooking time:
30 minutes
Total time:
50 minutes
Cooking method
Stovetop

Nutritional facts per 1 serving

Calories
150 per serving
Carbohydrates
35g
Fiber
3g
Protein
1g

Supplies

Saucepan Stirring spoon Serving dishes

Tools

Refrigerator

Serving suggestions

Serve the Delicia de Guayaba chilled, topped with a dollop of whipped cream or a sprinkle of cinnamon for an extra touch of indulgence.

Tips & tricks

For a variation, you can also add a layer of cream or custard on top of the guava mixture before refrigerating.

Cost

$8