Brazilian recipe
Romeu e Julieta molten cake with cheese and guava paste (Petit gâteau romeu e julieta)
A decadent dessert blending the bold flavors of cheese and guava, served warm with a signature creamy molten center.
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Ingredients
50 g granulated sugar
100 ml unsalted butter, melted
100 g cream cheese, neutral flavor
4 whole eggs, at room temperature
Butter for greasing the molds
Firm guava paste (goiabada), cut into cubes for the filling
100 g all-purpose flour
All-purpose flour for dusting the molds
100 g Minas cheese, grated (fresh mild cheese)
100 ml unsalted butter, melted
100 g cream cheese, neutral flavor
4 whole eggs, at room temperature
Butter for greasing the molds
Firm guava paste (goiabada), cut into cubes for the filling
100 g all-purpose flour
All-purpose flour for dusting the molds
100 g Minas cheese, grated (fresh mild cheese)
Where to find ingredients
You can find these items at local supermarkets, grocery stores, or specialty markets. Minas cheese can be replaced by a mild, fresh white farmer's cheese or a mild queso fresco if unavailable.
Preparation method
- Preheat the oven to 180°C
- Grease the molds with butter and dust them with flour, then set aside
- In a bowl, mix the eggs and sugar well until the mixture is homogeneous
- Add the grated Minas cheese to the mixture and stir well to incorporate
- Combine the cream cheese and the melted butter, mixing until smooth
- Gradually add the all-purpose flour, stirring gently until the batter is smooth and homogeneous
- Distribute the batter into the prepared molds, filling each just over halfway
- Place a cube of guava paste in the center of each portion of batter
- Cover with the remaining batter, ensuring it does not exceed the edge of the molds
- Bake in the preheated oven for approximately 5 minutes, until the edges set while the center remains creamy
- Carefully remove from the oven, unmold while still warm, and serve immediately
- You may serve it with guava or passion fruit purée, if desired
Observations
This molten cake is a unique dessert that perfectly balances the contrasting flavors of cheese and guava paste, resulting in a velvety texture and a truly remarkable taste. It is designed to be served warm, ensuring a signature creamy center and an exquisite harmony of flavors. The preparation is straightforward, making it an excellent choice for special occasions or whenever you wish to present a refined, sophisticated treat.
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