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Decadent Hawaiian Guava Cake Recipe

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This Decadent Hawaiian Guava Cake combines a strawberry-flavored cake base with luscious guava nectar, creamy sweetened cream cheese topping, and a glossy guava glaze, all finished with a tropical sprinkle of sweetened coconut flakes for a truly island-inspired dessert.

Ingredients

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Cake Batter

  • 1 box Strawberry Cake Mix
  • 1 cup Guava Nectar or Guava Juice (for batter)
  • 3 large Eggs (room temperature)
  • 1/2 cup Coconut Oil (melted)

Cream Cheese Topping

  • 8 oz Cream Cheese (room temperature)
  • 1/2 cup Granulated Sugar
  • 1 tsp Vanilla Extract
  • 8 oz Cool Whip (thawed)

Guava Glaze

  • 2 1/2 cups Guava Nectar or Guava Juice
  • 1/2 cup Granulated Sugar
  • 2 tbsp Cornstarch
  • 1/4 cup Water (for slurry)

Garnish

  • 1 cup Sweetened Coconut Flakes

Instructions

  1. Preheat and Prepare Pan: Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C). Grease a 13 x 9-inch baking dish with vegetable spray to prevent sticking.
  2. Make Cake Batter: In a mixer bowl, combine the strawberry cake mix, 1 cup of guava nectar, eggs, and melted coconut oil. Mix on low speed for 30 seconds, then scrape down the sides and beat on medium-high speed for 2 minutes until smooth and well blended.
  3. Bake Cake: Pour the batter evenly into the prepared baking dish. Place in the oven and bake for 24 to 26 minutes. Test doneness by inserting a toothpick in the center; it should come out clean.
  4. Cool Cake: Remove the cake from the oven and transfer it to a wire rack. Allow it to cool completely before proceeding.
  5. Prepare Cream Cheese Topping: Beat the cream cheese in a mixing bowl until fluffy. Gradually add in the sugar and vanilla extract, beating until combined. Gently fold in the thawed Cool Whip to create a light, creamy mixture. Refrigerate until ready to use.
  6. Frost Cake: Once the cake has cooled completely, spread the cream cheese mixture evenly over the top. Place the cake in the refrigerator to set.
  7. Make Guava Glaze: In a saucepan, bring 2 1/2 cups of guava nectar and 1/2 cup sugar to a gentle boil over medium heat. In a small bowl, whisk together cornstarch and water to form a slurry. Slowly whisk the slurry into the boiling guava mixture.
  8. Thicken Glaze: Continue boiling the guava mixture for 1 minute, stirring constantly, until it thickens into a glaze. Remove from heat and let cool completely in the refrigerator.
  9. Glaze Cake: Once cooled, spread the guava glaze evenly over the cream cheese layer atop the cake.
  10. Chill and Garnish: Refrigerate the glazed cake until ready to serve. Just before serving, sprinkle the top with sweetened coconut flakes for added texture and tropical flavor.

Notes

  • Ensure all refrigerated ingredients like eggs and cream cheese are at room temperature for smooth mixing.
  • Check the cake around 24 minutes to avoid overbaking; toothpick should come out clean but moist.
  • The guava glaze must be cooled before spreading to prevent melting the cream cheese layer.
  • Use high-quality guava nectar or juice for the best tropical flavor.
  • This cake should be served chilled and stored in the refrigerator to maintain freshness.

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