Brazilian recipe
Easy Homemade Abraçadinhos Recipe (Receita de abraçadinhos caseiros)
These delightful Brazilian treats pair a melt-in-the-mouth pastry with a sweet guava paste filling. Perfect for afternoon tea or special occasions.
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Ingredients
500g vegetable shortening
1 tablespoon granulated sugar
200ml guaraná soda
All-purpose flour, as needed to reach rolling consistency
Goiabada, cut into thin strips
Granulated sugar, for dusting
1 tablespoon granulated sugar
200ml guaraná soda
All-purpose flour, as needed to reach rolling consistency
Goiabada, cut into thin strips
Granulated sugar, for dusting
Where to find ingredients
Find vegetable shortening and all-purpose flour in the baking aisle of any local supermarket. Guaraná soda and goiabada (guava paste) can often be found in the international or exotic foods section of specialized gourmet grocers. If you cannot find guaraná, a neutral sparkling beverage may be used as a substitute, though it will alter the authentic flavor profile.
Preparation method
- In a mixing bowl, combine the vegetable shortening, sugar, and guaraná soda.
- Gradually add the flour, kneading gently until you achieve a smooth dough that can be rolled out.
- Cover the dough and let it rest for approximately 30 minutes.
- Roll out the dough on a lightly floured surface to your desired thickness.
- Cut the dough into small, uniform squares.
- Place a small strip of goiabada in the center of each square.
- Seal the abraçadinhos by bringing the corners of the dough together, ensuring the filling is well tucked inside to form a small parcel.
- Arrange the parcels on a baking sheet, leaving some space between them.
- Bake in a preheated oven until they turn a very light golden color.
- Remove from the oven and allow them to cool completely.
- Once cooled, coat the outside of each pastry with granulated sugar.
Observations
Abraçadinhos are a traditional Brazilian sweet, cherished for their delicate texture and comforting flavor. This recipe yields a light, crumbly dough that encases a classic goiabada heart, making them an excellent choice for festive gatherings, tea time, or a simple treat to sweeten your day.
With straightforward ingredients and simple techniques, you can easily replicate these authentic sweets in your own kitchen. The finished result offers a wonderful contrast between the buttery, soft pastry and the rich, fruity notes of the guava paste, finished with a sweet sugar coating.
With straightforward ingredients and simple techniques, you can easily replicate these authentic sweets in your own kitchen. The finished result offers a wonderful contrast between the buttery, soft pastry and the rich, fruity notes of the guava paste, finished with a sweet sugar coating.
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