Guava Bars

This recipe was created by HSUS’s expert chefs and approved by HSUS’s team of registered dietitians.

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Servings: 24

Serving Size: 4.90 ounces

Ingredients

8 cups all-purpose flour
3 cups sugar, brown
1 ½ teaspoons baking soda
1 teaspoon salt, kosher
3 cups non-dairy butter, melted and cooled
8 teaspoons vanilla extract
4 cups guava paste

Preparation

1. For Dough: In a stand mixer with paddle attachment, combine flour, brown sugar, baking soda and salt.
2. Add non-dairy butter and vanilla extract to stand mixer with paddle on slow speed to combine. Do not over mix.
3. Reserve 1/3 of dough for topping. Evenly press remaining dough into lined half sheet pan.
4. Slice guava paste in 1/4 inch thick slices. Lay slices in a single layer on pressed dough.
5. Crumble reserved dough on top of guava paste, covering entire surface.
6. Preheat oven to 350°F. Bake for 35-45 minutes.
7. For service: Cool bars completely. Slice half sheet pan bars 4×6 to yield 24 pieces.

Nutrition Information

Calories: 574 Total Fat: 23g Saturated Fat:5g Trans Fat: 6g Carbohydrate: 87g Fiber: 2g Total Sugars: 45g Protein: 5g Sodium: 401mg

*The nutrition information is an estimate based on general ingredients. These amounts will vary based on the products you are using.