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GUAVA CLOUD PIE

Did you know that guava is one of the most nutrient-dense fruits in the world? Packed with vitamins and minerals, guava is a superfood that not only tastes delicious but is also good for you. And what better way to enjoy this tropical fruit than in a decadent dessert like Guava Cloud Pie? This mouth-watering dessert is a treat for the senses, with a light and fluffy cloud-like filling that is infused with the sweet and tangy flavour of guava.
Prep Time 2 hours
Total Time 2 hours

Ingredients
  

MACADAMIA GRAHAM CRACKER CRUST

  • 1/2 cup 75 grams macadamia nuts, roughly chopped
  • one 4.8-ounce 136 grams sleeve graham crackers
  • 3 tablespoons 40 grams light brown sugar
  • 6 tablespoons 85 grams unsalted butter, melted

FILLING

  • 1 envelope 7 grams unflavored gelatin
  • 1/4 cup 56 grams water
  • 4 large eggs separated
  • 1/4 teaspoon salt
  • 1/2 cup 100 grams granulated sugar
  • one 12-ounce can Hawaiis Own guava juice concentrate thawed
  • 1 tablespoons lemon juice

Instructions
 

PIE CRUST

  • Chop the macadamia nuts roughly.
  • In a food processor, pulse the macadamia nuts, graham crackers, and brown sugar together until broken down to a sandy texture.
  • Stream in melted butter and pulse until the crumbs start to clump together.
  • Press into a 9-inch pie dish until it is compact.
  • Cover and place in the refrigerator until ready to use.

FILLING

  • In a small bowl, mix the gelatin and the water. Set aside.
  • In a large heat-safe bowl, whisk the egg yolks until lighter in color.
  • Add the salt, half the sugar, and half the guava concentrate. Whisk thoroughly.
  • Place the mixture over a double boiler and cook. Stir constantly until smooth and slightly thickened.
  • Add the thickened gelatin mixture and whisk thoroughly while still on the double boiler until no lumps remain. Then, remove from the heat and cool to room temperature.
  • Once cooled, add the lemon juice and remaining guava concentrate. Chill in the refrigerator until the mixture partially sets.
  • In a separate medium-sized bowl, beat the egg whites with the remaining sugar until soft peaks form.
  • Fold the half of egg whites into the partially set guava mixture until just combined. Then, gently fold in the second half of the egg whites.
  • Pour into the chilled pie crust, smooth the top, and chill for at least 1 hour.
  • Optional: just before serving, top with whipped cream and chopped macadamia nuts.

Notes

  • You can use any flat surface to help press the pie crust into your dish, I prefer a small measuring cup to make sure it’s really compact!
  • A double boiler can be made with a small pot and a heat-safe glass or metal bowl set on top. Fill the pot with an inch of water (as long as it does not touch the bottom of the bowl), bring to a boil, and let simmer while you mix on top. 
  • Soft peaks mean the egg whites are just starting to hold their structure or “peaks,” but melt back down after a few seconds. 
  • Fold as gently as possible to avoid knocking out any air you’ve whipped into the egg whites. This is key to achieve that “cloud” texture!