Description
Hawaiian Guava Cake is a vibrant tropical dessert that captures the essence of paradise in every bite. This delightful cake marries the sweetness of strawberry cake mix with the unique flavor of guava, topped with a creamy layer of cream cheese and a fruity glaze. Whether you’re celebrating a special occasion or simply craving something sweet at home, this cake is sure to impress friends and family alike. Its luscious texture and stunning appearance make it a perfect centerpiece for any dessert table, while its easy preparation process ensures that bakers of all levels can enjoy making it.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 Strawberry Cake Mix (15 oz)
- 1 1/2 cups Guava Nectar or Juice
- 3 Eggs (room temperature)
- 1/3 cup Coconut Oil (liquid)
- 10 oz Cream Cheese (room temperature)
- 1/2 cup Granulated Sugar
- 8 oz Cool Whip (thawed)
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C). Grease a 9×13 inch baking pan.
- In a large bowl, combine strawberry cake mix, guava nectar, eggs, and coconut oil. Mix on medium speed until blended.
- Pour batter into the prepared pan and bake for 25 minutes or until a toothpick comes out clean. Let cool completely.
- Beat cream cheese and sugar until smooth. Add vanilla extract and fold in Cool Whip.
- Spread cream cheese mixture over cooled cake.
- In a saucepan, combine guava nectar, sugar, cornstarch, and water; stir until thickened. Let cool slightly before pouring over the cream cheese layer.
- Refrigerate for at least an hour before serving.
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 25 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: Hawaiian
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 slice (100g)
- Calories: 290
- Sugar: 24g
- Sodium: 220mg
- Fat: 12g
- Saturated Fat: 6g
- Unsaturated Fat: 4g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 42g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 3g
- Cholesterol: 50mg