Cream Cheese and Guava Empanadas | culture: the word on cheese

Cream Cheese and Guava Empanadas | culture: the word on cheese

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Tropical guava paste and tangy cream cheese are a classic pairing for sweet empanadas throughout Latin America. Guava paste and tangy cream cheese are a classic pairing for sweet, tropical-inspired...

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  • 3 cups all-purpose flour
  • ¼ cup granulated sugar
  • 1 teaspoon kosher salt
  • 1 cup 2 sticks cold butter, cubed
  • 2 large eggs
  • 3 to 4 tablespoons ice water
  • 1 teaspoon apple cider vinegar
  • 1½ cups cream cheese (12 ounces, room temperature)
  • 1½ tablespoons lemon zest
  • ¾ teaspoon vanilla extract
  • ¼ teaspoon kosher salt
  • 10 ounces guava paste
  • 1 large egg
  • 1 tablespoon milk (cream, or water)
  • Coarse sugar (for sprinkling)
  • Powdered sugar (for sprinkling (optional))

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