The Cuban content creator, Ana Gil, known on social media as @anagil5670, has captivated her followers by sharing a recipe that evokes nostalgia.
It is about your delicious Cuban-style guava pie, made with simple ingredients and that homemade touch that brings to mind grandma's desserts.
A taste of Cuban childhood
The guava pie is a classic in the pastry-making of the Island, and Ana has managed to capture its essence with an easy and accessible recipe. For the dough, she combines wheat flour, eggs, sugar, butter, and a splash of vanilla until a smooth mixture is obtained, which she then lets rest in the refrigerator for 20 minutes.
Once ready, roll out the dough with a rolling pin and carefully place it in a mold, trimming the excess edges. The special touch comes with the filling of guava paste, which you cut into cubes and adds that authentic flavor so characteristic of Cuban pastries.
With the leftover dough, Ana shapes delicate strips that she uses to decorate the surface of the pie in a lattice pattern, just as it was traditionally done in Cuban households.
Baked and then... straight to the heart
The pie is baked for 15 minutes at 350 degrees Fahrenheit (about 180 °C), until the crust is golden and crisp, and the bubbling filling releases that unmistakable aroma of guava.
The result is an irresistible dessert, with the exact flavor that many Cubans remember from their childhood. It is perfect for sharing with family.
Ana Gil's recipe is not only winning over taste buds but also hearts. Her video has amassed over 120,000 views and numerous comments from Cubans both on and off the island, expressing gratitude for reviving a gem of traditional cuisine.
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