Brazilian recipe
Homemade "Abraçadinhos" Cookies with Guava Paste
Delicious Brazilian cookies, "abraçadinhos" combine a light dough with sweet guava paste. Perfect for parties and snacks.
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Ingredients
1/2 kg vegetable shortening
1 tablespoon sugar
1 cup guarana soda (approx. 200ml)
All-purpose flour, enough to make a rollable dough
Guava paste, cut into strips
Granulated sugar for dusting
1 tablespoon sugar
1 cup guarana soda (approx. 200ml)
All-purpose flour, enough to make a rollable dough
Guava paste, cut into strips
Granulated sugar for dusting
Where to find ingredients
Vegetable shortening can be found in the baking aisle of most supermarkets. Guarana soda, a popular Brazilian soft drink, might be available in international or Latin food sections of larger grocery stores, or specialty Latin markets. If unavailable, a neutral-flavored sparkling water with a touch of simple syrup could be a substitute, though it will alter the authentic flavor. Guava paste (goiabada) is often found in Latin American markets, international food aisles, or well-stocked supermarkets. Look for it in a firm block form. All-purpose flour and granulated sugar are standard pantry staples available at any grocery store.
Preparation method
- In a bowl, mix the vegetable shortening, sugar, and guarana soda
- Gradually add all-purpose flour, mixing until you get a smooth dough that can be rolled out
- Cover the dough and let it rest for about 30 minutes
- On a floured surface, roll out the dough to your desired thickness
- Cut the dough into small squares
- Place a strip of guava paste in the center of each square
- Fold the "abraçadinhos" by bringing the corners of the dough together to form a little packet, ensuring the filling is well sealed
- Arrange the cookies on a baking sheet, leaving some space between them
- Bake in a preheated oven until lightly golden
- Remove from the oven and let them cool completely
- Once cooled, dust the "abraçadinhos" with granulated sugar
Observations
Abraçadinhos are a traditional Brazilian sweet, perfect for anyone looking for a tasty and easy-to-make treat. The recipe combines a light dough that melts in your mouth with the classic guava paste filling, resulting in a confection ideal for June festivals (festas juninas), afternoon coffee, or simply to sweeten your day.
With simple ingredients and a straightforward preparation, this recipe allows anyone to create delicious abraçadinhos at home, keeping the tradition and authentic flavor. The result is a delicate sweet, with a slight crispness on the outside and a soft, sweet interior.
With simple ingredients and a straightforward preparation, this recipe allows anyone to create delicious abraçadinhos at home, keeping the tradition and authentic flavor. The result is a delicate sweet, with a slight crispness on the outside and a soft, sweet interior.
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