Brazilian recipe
Romeu e Julieta Petit Gâteau: An Easy Cheese and Guava Dessert (Petit gâteau romeu e julieta: receita com queijo e goiabada)
Indulge in this delicious petit gâteau featuring the iconic flavor combination of cheese and guava paste, served warm with an irresistibly molten center.
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Ingredients
50 g granulated sugar
100 ml unsalted butter, melted
100 g cream cheese
4 large eggs, at room temperature
Butter for greasing the molds
Goiabada (guava paste), cut into cubes for the filling
100 g all-purpose flour
Extra all-purpose flour for dusting the molds
100 g Minas cheese, grated
100 ml unsalted butter, melted
100 g cream cheese
4 large eggs, at room temperature
Butter for greasing the molds
Goiabada (guava paste), cut into cubes for the filling
100 g all-purpose flour
Extra all-purpose flour for dusting the molds
100 g Minas cheese, grated
Where to find ingredients
You can find all-purpose flour, butter, sugar, eggs, and cream cheese at major supermarkets like Carrefour or local grocery stores. For the Minas cheese and goiabada (guava paste), look for specialized imported food shops, upscale gourmet grocers, or Latin American culinary sections, as these are specific Brazilian ingredients. If Minas cheese is unavailable, a firm, mild, low-salt fresh cheese may be used as a substitute.
Preparation method
- Preheat the oven to 180°C.
- Grease the individual molds with butter and dust them with flour, setting them aside.
- In a mixing bowl, whisk the eggs and sugar together until the mixture is well combined.
- Fold in the grated Minas cheese, stirring thoroughly to incorporate it into the batter.
- Add the cream cheese and melted butter, mixing until the batter is smooth and uniform.
- Gradually sift in the all-purpose flour, folding it in gently until you reach a smooth, lump-free consistency.
- Pour the batter into the prepared molds, filling them just slightly over halfway.
- Place a cube of guava paste into the center of each portion of batter.
- Cover with the remaining batter, ensuring not to exceed 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.
- Carefully remove from the oven, unmold while still hot, and serve immediately.
- Optionally, serve with a side of guava or passion fruit puree if desired.
Observations
This petit gâteau is a sophisticated twist on the classic dessert, blending the sharp notes of cheese with the sweetness of goiabada to create a velvety, indulgent experience. Designed to be served warm, it captures that signature molten core that makes the dish so popular. The preparation is straightforward, making it an excellent choice for a quick yet elegant finish to any special meal or a cozy evening at home.
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