Brazilian recipe
Romeu e Julieta Petit Gâteau: A Fusion of Cheese and Guava Paste (Petit gâteau romeu e julieta)
Experience a luscious fusion with this decadent dessert, pairing the saltiness of cheese with the sweet intensity of goiabada in a warm, molten-centered cake.
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Ingredients
50g caster sugar
100ml unsalted butter, melted
100g cream cheese
4 large eggs, room temperature
Butter, for greasing the molds
Goiabada cascão, cut into cubes for the filling
100g all-purpose flour
All-purpose flour, for dusting the molds
100g queijo minas, grated
100ml unsalted butter, melted
100g cream cheese
4 large eggs, room temperature
Butter, for greasing the molds
Goiabada cascão, cut into cubes for the filling
100g all-purpose flour
All-purpose flour, for dusting the molds
100g queijo minas, grated
Where to find ingredients
Find all-purpose flour and caster sugar in the baking aisle of any local supermarket. For specialty ingredients, queijo minas can be substituted with a firm, low-moisture mild cheese like paneer or a fresh queso fresco if authentic Brazilian imports are unavailable. Goiabada cascão is a dense guava paste typically found in Latin sections of gourmet food stores or online specialty grocers.
Preparation method
- Preheat your oven to 180°C.
- Grease individual molds with butter and lightly dust with flour, tapping out the excess; set aside.
- In a large mixing bowl, whisk the eggs and sugar together until the mixture is smooth and well-combined.
- Fold the grated queijo minas into the egg mixture, ensuring it is evenly distributed.
- Stir in the cream cheese and melted butter until the batter is uniform.
- Gradually sift in the all-purpose flour, folding gently until the batter is smooth and free of lumps.
- Fill the prepared molds slightly more than halfway with the batter.
- Carefully place a cube of goiabada cascão into the center of each mold.
- Cover the guava cubes with the remaining batter, ensuring you do not fill above the rim of the molds.
- Bake in the preheated oven for approximately 5 minutes, or until the edges are set while the center remains soft and molten.
- Remove from the oven, unmold while still hot, and serve immediately.
- Optionally serve with a side of guava coulis or passion fruit sauce for added acidity.
Observations
This dessert is a sophisticated twist on the classic flavor pairing of cheese and guava paste, known in Brazil as Romeu e Julieta. It delivers a velvety texture with a molten center that spills out perfectly when sliced. Whether you are hosting a formal dinner or seeking a quick, luxurious indulgence, this treat is designed to impress with its contrasting sweet and savory profiles. It is best served straight from the oven to ensure the filling remains warm and flowing.
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