Season 10 - Breakfast / S10B20
Guava and Cream Cheese Pancakes
Story
Every Sunday morning, the kitchen fills with laughter and the sweet smell of sizzling pancakes. But not just any pancakes—Guava and Cream Cheese Pancakes. This was Abuela’s favorite twist, and Don Luis remembers her saying, *“Un desayuno con guayaba es un desayuno feliz.”* A breakfast with guava is a happy one. So today, in his rustic kitchen, Don Luis grabs his signature jean-and-leather apron (yes, the one with his name stitched right on the chest), and prepares this dish with a giant smile. Because nothing brings generations together like pancakes filled with gooey guava and silky cream cheese. 🥰 Time & Details
Ingredients
- 1 cup all-purpose flour
- 1 large egg
- 1 cup milk (or substitute with oat milk)
- 2 tbsp melted butter + more for the pan
- 1 tbsp sugar
- 0.5 tsp salt
- 1 tsp baking powder
- 0.5 cup guava paste (cut into small cubes)
- 0.5 cup cream cheese (softened)
- Optional topping: extra guava syrup or powdered sugar
- Optional: zest of half an orange for a citrusy kick!
Instructions
- 1Mix the Base: In a large bowl, whisk together flour, baking powder, sugar, and salt.
- 2Wet Ingredients: In another bowl, combine the egg, milk, and melted butter. Pour into the dry ingredients and mix until just combined.
- 3Fill ‘Em Up! Gently fold in guava paste cubes and spoonfuls of cream cheese. (Pro tip: freeze the cream cheese chunks slightly so they melt slowly!)
- 4Cook It Up: Heat a nonstick pan or griddle on medium heat. Butter it lightly and pour ¼ cup of batter per pancake. Cook until bubbles form and edges are golden—about 2–3 minutes per side.
- 5Stack & Serve: Top with extra guava drizzle, a dusting of powdered sugar, or orange zest for flair! 🍊💫
About the narrator
Don Luis · A character for three generations
Don Luis is the brand character and narrator for this catalog: a warm voice for Puerto Rican family recipes tested by the real creator behind the brand. The project carries three generations of flavor and writes each recipe step by step so any kid can follow it.
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