Brazilian recipe
Romeo and Juliet Lava Cake (Petit Gâteau Romeu e Julieta)
A delightful fusion of creamy cheese and sweet guava, featuring a warm, molten center. This quick and decadent dessert is a showstopper for any gathering.
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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 small cubes for the filling
100 g all-purpose flour
All-purpose flour, for dusting the molds
100 g Minas cheese (queijo minas), 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 small cubes for the filling
100 g all-purpose flour
All-purpose flour, for dusting the molds
100 g Minas cheese (queijo minas), grated
Where to find ingredients
The essential key for this recipe is the goiabada (guava paste) and Minas cheese. You can find these at specialty Latin or Brazilian grocers, often labeled as 'guava paste' or 'pasta de guayaba' and 'queso fresco' or specifically 'Minas cheese'. If you cannot locate authentic Minas cheese, a mild, firm fresh cheese like a low-salt farmer's cheese or a very mild queso fresco is a suitable substitute. Cream cheese, butter, eggs, sugar, and all-purpose flour are pantry staples available at any local supermarket. For the molds, standard ramekins found in kitchenware or baking aisles work perfectly.
Preparation method
- Preheat your oven to 180°C
- Grease your ramekins or small molds with butter and lightly dust with flour, tapping out any excess
- In a mixing bowl, whisk the eggs and sugar together until the mixture is smooth and well combined
- Stir in the grated Minas cheese, ensuring it is evenly distributed
- Add the cream cheese and melted butter, mixing until you have a uniform batter
- Gradually fold in the flour, stirring gently until the batter is silky and smooth
- Spoon the batter into the prepared molds, filling them just over halfway
- Place a cube of goiabada right in the center of each portion
- Top with the remaining batter, being careful not to overfill past the rim
- Bake in the preheated oven for about 5 minutes, until the sides are set but the center remains soft and molten
- Carefully remove from the oven, unmold while still warm, and serve immediately
- For an extra touch, serve alongside a drizzle of guava or passion fruit coulis if you like
Observations
This lava cake offers a perfect balance of savory and sweet, blending the velvety richness of cream cheese with the classic, bold flavor of guava paste. It's meant to be enjoyed warm, revealing a luscious, gooey center that makes every bite irresistible. Simple to prepare, this elegant treat is ideal for brightening up special dinners or satisfying a sweet craving with a touch of Brazilian flair.
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