Easy Hawaiian Guava Cake with Fresh Tropical Flavor
This tropical guava cake features a soft and fluffy strawberry-guava base, a rich cream cheese layer, and a glossy guava gel topping. It’s a refreshing, make-ahead dessert perfect for warm-weather gatherings and special occasions.
Equipment
- 9x13-inch baking pan
- mixing bowls
- hand mixer or whisk
- saucepan
- spatula
Ingredients
- 1 box strawberry cake mix
- 1 cup guava nectar or juice
- 3 large eggs
- 1/3 cup coconut oil (or vegetable oil)
- 8 oz cream cheese, softened
- 1/2 cup granulated sugar
- 1 tsp vanilla extract
- 2 cups whipped topping (or whipped cream)
- 1 1/2 cups guava nectar
- 1/2 cup granulated sugar
- 2 tbsp cornstarch
- 1/4 cup water
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C). In a bowl, mix cake mix, guava nectar, eggs, and oil until smooth.
- Pour batter into a greased 9×13-inch pan and bake for 25–30 minutes until done. Let cool completely.
- Beat cream cheese, sugar, and vanilla until smooth. Fold in whipped topping until light and fluffy.
- Spread cream mixture over cooled cake evenly. Chill in the refrigerator.
- In a saucepan, heat guava nectar and sugar. Mix cornstarch with water, add to pan, and cook until thickened.
- Cool glaze slightly, spread over cream layer, and refrigerate for at least 1 hour before serving.
Notes
For best results, chill between each layer to keep them distinct. Use room-temperature cream cheese for a smooth texture. Guava nectar is essential for authentic flavor, but mango or passion fruit juice can be substituted. Homemade whipped cream can replace store-bought topping if whipped to stiff peaks.
Nutrition
Calories: 320kcalCarbohydrates: 42gProtein: 4gFat: 15gSaturated Fat: 6gPolyunsaturated Fat: 2gMonounsaturated Fat: 5gCholesterol: 55mgSodium: 280mgPotassium: 120mgFiber: 1gSugar: 30gVitamin A: 500IUVitamin C: 20mgCalcium: 60mgIron: 1mg
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