Brazilian recipe
Romeu e Julieta Petit Gâteau: A Sweet and Savory Fusion (Petit gâteau romeu e julieta)
Discover a sophisticated twist on the classic warm cake, featuring a velvety cheese-infused batter and a molten guava paste center.
0.0 / 5 by 0 Reviews
Ingredients
50 g granulated white sugar
100 ml unsalted butter, melted
100 g cream cheese
4 large eggs, at room temperature
Butter, for greasing the molds
Goiabada cascão, cut into cubes for the center
100 g all-purpose flour
All-purpose flour, for dusting the molds
100 g queijo minas, finely grated
100 ml unsalted butter, melted
100 g cream cheese
4 large eggs, at room temperature
Butter, for greasing the molds
Goiabada cascão, cut into cubes for the center
100 g all-purpose flour
All-purpose flour, for dusting the molds
100 g queijo minas, finely grated
Where to find ingredients
You can find all-purpose flour, eggs, butter, and cream cheese at any local grocery store or supermarket. For authentic ingredients like goiabada cascão and queijo minas, look for them in the international section of gourmet markets or specialized Latin American grocery stores. If you cannot source queijo minas, a mild queso fresco makes a suitable substitute.
Preparation method
- Preheat your oven to 180°C.
- Grease individual molds with butter and lightly dust with flour, then set aside.
- In a mixing bowl, whisk the eggs and sugar together until the mixture is well combined.
- Fold in the grated queijo minas until thoroughly incorporated.
- Add the cream cheese and melted butter, mixing until the batter is smooth.
- Gently fold in the all-purpose flour, stirring until the batter is uniform and smooth.
- Divide the batter into the prepared molds, filling each one slightly over halfway.
- Place one cube of goiabada cascão in the center of each mold.
- Cover with the remaining batter, ensuring you do not fill past the top 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.
- Carefully remove from the oven, unmold while still hot, and serve immediately.
- Optionally serve with a side of pureed guava or passion fruit for extra contrast.
Observations
This unique take on the petit gâteau artfully combines the iconic Brazilian 'Romeu e Julieta' pairing of salty cheese and sweet guava. It delivers a rich, velvety texture that contrasts beautifully with a warm, gooey center. Whether you are looking to impress guests at an elegant dinner or simply craving a quick, refined dessert, this recipe balances savory notes with deep fruit flavors in every spoonful.
Ratings and comments