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Hawaiian Mini Guava Cakes

Delightful and fluffy mini cakes bursting with the sweet flavors of guava, perfect for any special occasion or dessert.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 20 minutes
Total Time 35 minutes
Servings: 12 servings
Course: Dessert, Snack
Cuisine: Hawaiian, Tropical
Calories: 200
Ingredients Method Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Cake
  • 1 cup flour
  • 1 cup sugar
  • 1/2 cup vegetable oil
  • 4 large eggs
  • 1/4 cup guava puree Use ripe guavas for best flavor.
  • 1/4 cup milk
  • 1 tsp baking powder
  • 1/2 tsp salt
For the Frosting
  • 1 cup cream cheese (softened)
  • 1/4 cup guava cream cheese frosting
  • 1/2 cup guava nectar
  • 1 cup powdered sugar

Method
 

Preparation
  1. Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C). Grease mini cake pans.
  2. In a mixing bowl, combine sugar and vegetable oil. Add the eggs one at a time and beat well.
  3. Mix in the guava puree and milk until smooth.
  4. In another bowl, whisk together flour, baking powder, and salt. Gradually combine the dry ingredients with the wet mixture until well mixed.
Baking
  1. Pour the batter into the mini cake pans and bake for 15-20 minutes, or until a toothpick comes out clean.
  2. Let the cakes cool.
Frosting
  1. For the frosting, beat the softened cream cheese with powdered sugar and guava frosting until smooth and creamy.
  2. Frost the cooled cakes and drizzle with guava nectar glaze.
  3. Serve and enjoy!

Notes

Best served fresh. Garnish with extra guava slices or a sprinkle of powdered sugar. Store leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator for 3-4 days, or freeze for up to a month.