Best Easy Ate de Guayaba Recipe

Guava fruit paste is a vibrant, sweet Mexican confection with tropical aroma. This family-friendly treat is a firm, fruity candy that pairs beautifully with fresh cheese.

Cook 90 min Difficulty NORMAL 150 kcal
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Ingredients
Main ingredients
  • Fresh guavas 8 pieces
  • Water 0.5 cup
Seasonings/Sauce
  • Sugar 1.5 cups
  • Lemon juice 2 tbsp
Nutrition summary
Carbohydrates 36 g 93%
Protein 1 g 2%
Fat 1 g 5%
Serving size 60g
Cooking steps
  1. 1

    Wash and roughly chop the guavas, leaving the skin on but removing the ends and any seeds.

  2. 2

    Add guavas and water to a medium saucepan; cook over medium heat until the fruit softens and breaks down, about 20 minutes. Stir occasionally.

  3. 3

    Press the softened guava mixture through a fine mesh sieve or food mill to obtain a smooth purée. Discard the seeds and skins.

  4. 4

    Return the guava purée to the cleaned saucepan. Stir in the sugar and lemon juice. Cook over low heat, stirring frequently to prevent sticking.

  5. 5

    Simmer until the mixture thickens significantly, pulls away from the pan, and a spoon dragged across the bottom reveals the pan, 40-60 minutes. Lower the heat if mixture bubbles too rapidly.

  6. 6

    Pour the thick paste into a parchment-lined loaf pan or similar mold. Level the top, let cool to room temperature, then chill until firm (at least 1 hour). Slice and serve.

Personalized Q&A
Q. What's the key ingredient in this recipe?
The main ingredient that defines Ate de Guayaba is fresh guavas. The natural aroma, bright tropical flavor, and slight tartness of ripe guavas give this paste its distinctive character. Sugar and lemon juice highlight and preserve the fruitiness.
Q. Why is heat control important when simmering the guava paste?
Careful heat control ensures the guava and sugar mixture cooks slowly, reducing moisture without scorching. Cooking over low heat and stirring often prevents burning; rushing the process can cause bitter or uneven results.
Q. How do I know when the guava paste is ready to set?
The paste is ready when it thickens significantly, pulling away from the sides of the pan. Dragging a spoon across the bottom should reveal the pan for a few seconds. If undercooked, the paste will be too soft; if overcooked, it may be hard and dry.
Q. How many calories and carbs are in a serving?
Each 60g serving of this Ate de Guayaba provides about 150 kcal, with approximately 36 grams of carbohydrates per serving, making carbs about 93% of the calorie content.
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