Guava Cookies (Sequilhos)

Ingredients

Dough

• 140g all-purpose flour (1 cup)
• 150g cornstarch (1 cup)
• 90g granulated sugar (1/2 cup)
• 150g butter, cold

Guava Filling

• 100g guava paste
• 30g water (2 tablespoons)

These buttery Brazilian sequilhos are soft, delicate, and melt in your mouth with a sweet guava filling in the center.

Instructions

Dough

1. Add the cold butter, flour, cornstarch, and sugar to a food processor.
2. Using the dough attachment, pulse until the mixture becomes crumbly.
3. Transfer the crumbs to a bowl or container.
4. Gently press and combine the crumbs with your hands until a smooth dough ball forms.

Shape the Cookies

1. Roll the dough into small balls.
2. Shape them however you like, creating a small indentation in the center for the filling if desired.
3. Place the cookies on a parchment-lined baking tray.

Guava Filling

1. Add the guava paste and water to a small saucepan over low heat.
2. Stir until melted and smooth.
3. Let it cool slightly.
4. Transfer the filling to a piping bag.

Assemble & Bake

1. Pipe the guava filling onto or into the cookie dough balls.
2. Bake at 375°F (190°C) for 15–20 minutes, or until lightly golden on the bottom and edges.
3. Transfer the cookies to a cooling rack and let them cool completely before serving.