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Hawaiian Guava Cake

Delightful Hawaiian Guava Cake: Your Tropical Escape at Home

This Hawaiian Guava Cake offers a delightful blend of tropical flavors and a creamy layer, perfect for any gathering.
Prep Time 20 minutes
Cook Time 26 minutes
Cooling Time 10 minutes
Total Time 56 minutes
Servings: 12 slices
Course: Dessert
Cuisine: Hawaiian
Calories: 320

Ingredients
  

For the Cake
  • 1 box Strawberry Cake Mix substitute with a gluten-free cake mix for a gluten-free option
  • 1 cup Guava Nectar or Guava Juice ensure it's 100% juice for authentic taste
  • 3 large Eggs for an egg-free alternative, use ¼ cup unsweetened applesauce or a flax egg
  • ½ cup Coconut Oil can be replaced with vegetable oil if needed
For the Cream Cheese Layer
  • 8 oz Cream Cheese use dairy-free cream cheese for a dairy-free version
  • 1 cup Granulated Sugar
  • 1 tsp Vanilla Extract
  • 8 oz Cool Whip substitute with whipped coconut cream for a dairy-free option
For the Guava Gel
  • 2 tbsp Cornstarch
  • ½ cup Water used to make the cornstarch slurry
Optional Garnish
  • ¼ cup Sweetened Coconut Flakes for a tropical finish

Equipment

  • Mixing bowl
  • electric mixer
  • Baking dish
  • spatula
  • saucepan
  • Whisk
  • Wire Rack

Method
 

Step-by-Step Instructions
  1. Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and grease a 13 x 9 inch baking dish.
  2. Combine the strawberry cake mix, guava juice, eggs, and melted coconut oil in a mixing bowl and mix on low for about 30 seconds. Then mix on medium-high for 2 minutes.
  3. Pour the batter into the prepared baking dish and spread it evenly. Bake for 24–26 minutes until a toothpick comes out clean.
  4. Let the cake cool in the dish for about 10 minutes, then transfer to a wire rack to cool completely.
  5. Beat the cream cheese until fluffy, then mix in sugar and vanilla. Fold in the Cool Whip and refrigerate until the cake is cool.
  6. Combine guava juice and sugar in a saucepan, bring to a simmer. Whisk cornstarch with water to make a slurry, then whisk into the simmering mixture until thickened. Cool completely.
  7. Spread the cream cheese layer over the cooled cake and drizzle the guava gel on top.
  8. Cover the cake with plastic wrap and refrigerate for at least 2 hours. If desired, sprinkle with coconut flakes before serving.

Nutrition

Serving: 1sliceCalories: 320kcalCarbohydrates: 50gProtein: 3gFat: 15gSaturated Fat: 8gPolyunsaturated Fat: 1gMonounsaturated Fat: 5gCholesterol: 55mgSodium: 300mgPotassium: 100mgFiber: 1gSugar: 28gVitamin A: 10IUVitamin C: 25mgCalcium: 5mgIron: 4mg

Notes

Ensure all ingredients are at room temperature for better mixing. Allow the cake to cool completely before adding layers.

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