Pastelitos de guayaba y queso (sfogliatine alla guava e formaggio)

Ingredienti

• 1 package puff pastry sheets (thawed (I used Pepperidge Farm))
• 14 oz guava paste ((I like the Conchita brand))
• 8 ounces cream cheese** (optional)
• 1 large egg** (whisked)

Preparazione

1. 1

   Preheat the oven to 400ºF. Line a baking sheet with parchment paper and set aside.

2. 2

   Slice the guava paste into 9 slices. To keep the knife from sticking, lightly coat the blade with a little oil so it glides through more easily.

3. 3

   Slice the cream cheese into 9 slices.

4. 4

   Place one puff pastry sheet on the prepared baking sheet.

5. 5

   Arrange the guava and cream cheese slices evenly in a 3x3 grid (you’ll have 9 spots total).

6. 6

   Place the second puff pastry sheet on top to cover the filling.

7. 7

   Using a sharp knife, cut the stacked pastry sheets into 9 even squares (a 3x3 grid). Each square will be one pastelito with a top and bottom puff pastry layer.

8. 8

   Lightly score the tops for venting, but don’t pull the squares apart.

9. 9

   Brush the puff pastry evenly with egg wash for a golden, flaky crust.

10. 10

    Bake for 20–25 minutes, until puffed and golden brown. Serve warm and enjoy!