Guava Cloud Pie (Print View)

Tropical guava filling meets macadamia crust and fluffy whipped cream in this refreshing summer dessert.

# Components:

→ Macadamia Nut Crust

01 - 1.5 cups graham cracker crumbs
02 - 0.75 cup macadamia nuts, finely chopped
03 - 0.25 cup granulated sugar
04 - 6 tablespoons unsalted butter, melted

→ Guava Filling

05 - 1.25 cups guava juice, unsweetened or lightly sweetened
06 - 0.25 cup fresh lime juice
07 - 0.5 cup granulated sugar
08 - 3 large egg yolks
09 - 0.25 cup cornstarch
10 - 6 ounces cream cheese, softened
11 - 1 teaspoon pure vanilla extract

→ Whipped Cream Topping

12 - 1 cup heavy cream, chilled
13 - 2 tablespoons powdered sugar
14 - 1 teaspoon vanilla extract

# Preparation Steps:

01 - Preheat oven to 350°F. In a medium bowl, combine graham cracker crumbs, chopped macadamia nuts, and granulated sugar. Stir in melted butter until mixture resembles wet sand.
02 - Press mixture evenly into the bottom and up the sides of a 9-inch pie dish. Bake for 8 to 10 minutes until lightly golden. Cool completely before filling.
03 - In a saucepan, whisk together guava juice, lime juice, granulated sugar, egg yolks, and cornstarch. Cook over medium heat, whisking constantly, until thickened and bubbly, approximately 5 to 7 minutes.
04 - Remove from heat. Whisk in softened cream cheese and vanilla extract until smooth and fully incorporated.
05 - Pour guava filling into cooled crust and smooth the top. Cover and refrigerate for at least 4 hours until completely set.
06 - When ready to serve, whip chilled heavy cream with powdered sugar and vanilla extract to stiff peaks using an electric mixer.
07 - Spread or pipe whipped cream over chilled pie. Garnish with additional macadamia nuts or lime zest if desired. Slice and serve immediately.

# Expert Advice:

01 -
  • It tastes like an upscale bakery creation but comes together in under 30 minutes of active work.
  • The no-bake filling means your kitchen stays cool when it matters most.
  • You can make it completely ahead of time, which means one less thing to worry about when guests arrive.
02 -
  • Don't skip cooling the crust completely before adding the filling, or the heat will start cooking the bottom of your guava layer unevenly.
  • The cornstarch needs constant whisking while cooking or it will clump and ruin the silky texture you're after.
03 -
  • Chill your mixer bowl and beaters before whipping cream; cold equipment gets you to stiff peaks faster and the cream holds longer.
  • If your guava filling seems too thin after cooking, let it cool on the counter for 10 minutes before pouring—it will thicken as it cools.
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