Guava and Mousse Brazilian-Style Empanadas
A sweet twist on traditional empanadas, these Brazilian-inspired treats feature a flaky crust, a creamy guava filling, and a dollop of mousse on top.
Ingredients
- β1 package Merry Pastry Dough (homemade or store-bought)
- β1 cup Guava Jam
- β1 cup Guava Puree
- β1 cup Brazilian Mousse
- β1 cup Confectioners' Sugar
- β1 tsp Vanilla Extract
Instructions
- 1
Preheat the oven to 375Β°F (190Β°C).
- 2
Roll out the pastry dough to a thickness of 1/8 inch.
- 3
Cut out circles of dough using a cookie cutter or the rim of a glass.
- 4
Place a tablespoon of guava jam in the center of each dough circle.
- 5
Top with a tablespoon of guava puree and a dollop of mousse.
- 6
Fold the dough in half over the filling and press the edges to seal.
- 7
Brush the tops with confectioners' sugar and vanilla extract.
- 8
Bake for 20-25 minutes, or until golden brown.
- 9
Serve warm and enjoy!