Brazilian recipe
Shortbread Dumplings with Guava Paste (ABRAÇADINHOS)
A traditional Brazilian treat, these abraçadinhos combine a delicate, melt-in-the-mouth dough with a sweet guava paste center. Perfect for tea time.
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Ingredients
500g vegetable shortening
1 tablespoon sugar
200ml guaraná soda
Wheat flour as needed to reach rolling consistency
Guava paste (goiabada) cut into small strips
Refined sugar for dusting
1 tablespoon sugar
200ml guaraná soda
Wheat flour as needed to reach rolling consistency
Guava paste (goiabada) cut into small strips
Refined sugar for dusting
Where to find ingredients
Vegetable shortening, sugar, and wheat flour are available at any local supermarket. Guaraná soda and guava paste (goiabada) can be sourced at specialist international grocers or Latin American food importers; as a substitute for guaraná, a neutral sparkling beverage may be used, though it will alter the original flavour profile.
Preparation method
- In a bowl, mix the vegetable shortening, sugar, and guaraná soda
- Gradually add the wheat flour, mixing until you obtain a homogeneous dough that can be rolled out
- Cover the dough and let it rest for approximately 30 minutes
- Roll out the dough on a floured surface to your desired thickness
- Cut the dough into small squares
- Place a strip of guava paste in the center of each square
- Close the abraçadinhos by bringing the corners of the dough together to form a small parcel, ensuring the filling is well enclosed
- Arrange the abraçadinhos on a baking tray, ensuring they are not too close to each other
- Bake in a preheated oven until they are lightly golden
- Remove from the oven and allow them to cool completely
- Once cooled, coat the abraçadinhos in refined sugar to finish
Observations
Abraçadinhos are a traditional Brazilian sweet, perfect for those seeking a tasty and accessible treat to prepare. The recipe combines a light, melt-in-the-mouth dough with a classic guava paste filling, resulting in a snack ideal for social gatherings, afternoon coffee, or simply to sweeten your day.
With simple ingredients and a straightforward preparation, this recipe allows anyone to make delicious abraçadinhos at home while preserving the authentic taste and tradition. The final result is a delicate sweet, featuring a light crispness on the outside and a soft, sugary interior.
With simple ingredients and a straightforward preparation, this recipe allows anyone to make delicious abraçadinhos at home while preserving the authentic taste and tradition. The final result is a delicate sweet, featuring a light crispness on the outside and a soft, sugary interior.
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