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Irresistible Guava Coffee Cake

Irresistible Guava Coffee Cake for Your Perfect Brunch Delight

A delightful twist combining fluffiness and tropical sweetness, this Irresistible Guava Coffee Cake is perfect for brunch gatherings.
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Prep Time 20 minutes
Cook Time 30 minutes
Cooling Time 10 minutes
Total Time 1 hour
Servings: 12 slices
Course: Desserts
Cuisine: Tropical
Calories: 220
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Cake
  • 1 cup Guava Puree Fresh or canned can be used.
  • 2 cups All-purpose Flour Can substitute with gluten-free blend.
  • 1 cup Sugar Consider a granulated sugar alternative.
  • 1 tablespoon Baking Powder Check for freshness.
  • 2 Eggs Flax eggs can be used for vegan option.
  • 1 cup Milk Non-dairy milk can be used.
  • 1/2 cup Butter Replace with oil for dairy-free option.
  • 1 teaspoon Vanilla Extract Omit if a neutral taste is preferred.
For the Icing
  • 2 cups Powdered Sugar
  • 4 ounces Cream Cheese Optional but highly recommended.
  • 1/4 cup Guava Syrup Homemade or store-bought.

Equipment

  • Mixing Bowls
  • Electric Mixer
  • cake pan
  • whisk
  • Wire rack

Method
 

Preparation Steps
  1. Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C).
  2. In a large mixing bowl, cream softened butter and sugar until light and fluffy.
  3. Add eggs, one at a time, then mix in vanilla extract and guava puree.
  4. In a separate bowl, whisk together flour, baking powder, and a pinch of salt.
  5. Gradually combine wet and dry ingredients, alternating with milk.
  6. Grease your cake pan and pour the batter in, smoothing the top.
  7. Bake for 25-30 minutes until a toothpick comes out clean.
  8. Cool the cake in the pan for 10 minutes then transfer to a wire rack.
  9. Drizzle the icing and guava syrup over the cooled cake before serving.

Nutrition

Serving: 1sliceCalories: 220kcalCarbohydrates: 32gProtein: 3gFat: 10gSaturated Fat: 5gCholesterol: 50mgSodium: 200mgPotassium: 100mgFiber: 1gSugar: 15gVitamin A: 400IUVitamin C: 2mgCalcium: 50mgIron: 1mg

Notes

Use room temperature eggs for fluffier texture. Always check baking powder freshness. Avoid overmixing for a light cake. Proper cooling is essential for icing adherence.

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