Hawaiian Guava Cake for a Tropical Christmas Dessert With Island Vibes
A vibrant, sweet, and incredibly moist Hawaiian Guava Cake that brings the magic of the tropics to your festive celebrations. This delightful cake is layered with guava filling and topped with creamy frosting, promising to be the star of your holiday table.
- Prep Time: 30 mins
- Cook Time: 32 mins
- Total Time: 2 hrs
- Yield: 12 servings
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
- Diet: Gluten Free Option Available
Ingredients
2 ½ cups All-purpose flour
1 ¾ cups Granulated sugar
1 tablespoon Baking powder
½ teaspoon Salt
¾ cup Unsalted butter, softened
4 Large eggs, room temperature
1 cup Whole milk, room temperature
1 ½ cups Guava nectar (100% juice)
¼ cup Granulated sugar (or to taste)
2 tablespoons Cornstarch
1 teaspoon Fresh lime juice
16 ounces Cream cheese, softened
½ cup Unsalted butter, softened
4-5 cups Powdered sugar, sifted
1 teaspoon Vanilla extract
¼ cup Guava paste, melted (optional, for swirl)
¼ cup Toasted coconut flakes (for garnish, optional)
Fresh berries or edible flowers (for garnish, as desired)
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and grease and flour two 9-inch round cake pans
- In a large bowl, whisk together the all-purpose flour, granulated sugar, baking powder, and salt. Set aside
- In the bowl of a stand mixer, cream the softened butter until light and fluffy. Add eggs one at a time, beating well after each additio
- Gradually add the dry ingredients to the butter mixture, alternating with the whole milk. Mix until just combined
- Divide the batter evenly between the cake pans and bake for 28-32 minutes, or until a skewer inserted comes out clea
- Let the cakes cool in the pans for 10-15 minutes, then invert onto a wire rack and cool completely
- In a medium saucepan, whisk together guava nectar, granulated sugar, and cornstarch. Cook over medium heat until thickened, about 2-3 minutes. Stir in lime juice and chill
- In a stand mixer, beat softened cream cheese and butter until smooth. Gradually add sifted powdered sugar, then stir in vanilla extract
- Level the cakes and place one layer on a serving platter. Spread half of the chilled guava filling on top, then place the second layer
- Frost the top and sides of the cake with the cream cheese frosting. Optionally add a guava swirl
- Garnish with coconut flakes, berries, or edible flowers and chill before serving
Notes
Ensure all ingredients are at room temperature for best results.
Store leftovers in the refrigerator for up to 3-4 days.