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Mini tortas de queso con mermelada de guayaba
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5 from 7 votes

Venezuelan mini cheesecakes with guava jam

These Venezuelan mini cheesecakes are savory and sweet at the same time. Paired with some guava jam are simply perfect.
Prep Time15 minutes
Cook Time30 minutes
Total Time45 minutes
Servings: 8
Author: Enri

Ingredients

  • 2 tablespoons butter to butter the molds
  • 2 tablespoons flour mixed with 2 tablespoons sugar
  • 2 cups grated queso fresco
  • 3 cups grated Cotija cheese
  • 4 eggs the yolks separated from the whites
  • 1 ½ cups sugar
  • 2 tablespoons melted butter
  • ½ cup heavy cream
  • Guava marmalade to serve with
  • Sprigs of peppermint to decorate

Instructions

  • Preheat oven to 350˚F.
  • Using a brush, grease 8 ramekins and cover with the flour and sugar mixture, taking care to eliminate excesses.
  • In a medium bowl, with the aid of an electric beater, beat the egg whites until they form soft peaks.
  • In a large bowl, beat the yolks together with the sugar, for about 4-5 minutes.
  • Add the melted butter to the egg and sugar mixture and mix well. Add the cream and mix well. Add the cheeses and mix until all is well incorporated.
  • Finally, add the egg whites and incorporate with a spatula and wrapping movement.
  • Pour the mixture into the ramekins, taking care not to fill them more than ¾ part of their capacity.
  • Place the molds on a deep pan with water to bake in a bain de Marie.
  • Bake for 25-30 minutes, until a toothpick in the middle of the ramekins, come out clean.
  • Remove from the oven and allow to cool for about 10 minutes before unmolding.
  • Insert a smooth blade knife into the edges of each mold to unmold.
  • Unmold and serve cold with a little guava jam and a sprig of peppermint to decorate.