Minas Cheese Petit Gateau with Cascão Guava Paste: Easy Recipe

Prepare an irresistible Minas cheese petit gateau with the distinctive flavor of cascão guava paste. A sophisticated and easy-to-make dessert to delight everyone.

Summary

• Ingredients
• Instructions
• Tips and Variations
• CHEF’s Tips

Ingredients

Petit Gateau

• 200g fresh Minas cheese
• 2 whole eggs
• 2 egg yolks
• 4 tablespoons sugar
• 2 tablespoons all-purpose flour
• 100g unsalted butter

Guava Paste Syrup

• 200g cascão guava paste
• 100ml water

Instructions

1. Syrup Preparation: In a saucepan, combine the chopped cascão guava paste with water. Cook over low heat, stirring constantly, until the guava paste melts and forms a smooth syrup. Set aside.
2. Petit Gateau Preparation: Preheat oven to 200°C (400°F). Grease and flour 6 individual ramekins.
3. Melt the butter and set aside.
4. In a blender, combine the Minas cheese, eggs, egg yolks, and sugar until smooth.
5. Add the flour and melted butter, mixing gently.
6. Divide the batter among the ramekins, filling about 3/4 of each.
7. Bake in the preheated oven for approximately 8-10 minutes, or until the edges are firm and the center is still slightly soft.
8. Carefully unmold the cheese petit gateau and serve immediately with the guava paste syrup.

Tips and Variations

• For a more sophisticated version, add lemon zest to the petit gateau batter.
• Serve with cheese ice cream to enhance the Minas cheese flavor.
• Try adding a touch of cinnamon powder for a special aroma.
• Substitute the cascão guava paste with another jam of your preference.

CHEF’s Tips

The key to a perfect cheese petit gateau lies in the cooking point. The edges should be baked, while the center remains creamy and slightly molten. Use high-quality ingredients, such as fresh Minas cheese and cascão guava paste, to ensure an authentic and delicious flavor. Oven temperature and cooking time can vary, so pay attention and do the toothpick test: it should come out slightly moist. The petit gateau is an excellent option to impress your guests with a quick and sophisticated dessert. Pair this petit gateau with a Port wine for an even more complete and unforgettable gastronomic experience. The contrast of the wine’s sweetness with the cheese and guava paste will create a symphony of flavors on the palate.