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Mini Hawaiian Guava Cake

Mini Hawaiian Guava Cake: A Tropical Taste of Paradise

These Mini Hawaiian Guava Cake cupcakes are an easy, portable dessert that captures the tropical flavors of Hawaii in each bite.
Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 22 minutes
Chilling Time 15 minutes
Total Time 52 minutes
Servings: 12 cupcakes
Course: Dessert
Cuisine: Hawaiian
Calories: 200

Ingredients
  

For the Cupcakes
  • 1 box Strawberry Cake Mix Substitute with vanilla if desired.
  • 1 cup Guava Nectar or Juice Use 100% juice for authentic flavor.
  • 3 whole Eggs Room temperature for better mixing.
  • cup Coconut Oil Room temperature; vegetable oil works as an alternative.
For the Guava Gel
  • 2 cups Guava Juice Use the same juice as the nectar.
  • ½ cup Sugar Adjust based on your taste.
  • ¼ cup Cornstarch Mix well to avoid lumps.
  • 3 tablespoons Water Activates the cornstarch for the gel.
For the Cream Cheese Frosting
  • 6 ounces Cream Cheese Softened for easier mixing.
  • 1 teaspoon Vanilla Extract Enhances the flavor.
  • 6 ounces Cool Whip Thawed; can substitute with whipped heavy cream.
  • ¼ cup Sugar Adjust according to your preference.

Equipment

  • mixing bowl
  • Saucepan
  • electric mixer
  • mini cupcake pan
  • spatula

Method
 

Guava Gel Preparation
  1. Combine 2 cups of guava juice and ½ cup of sugar in a saucepan. Bring to a boil over medium heat.
  2. In a separate bowl, whisk together ¼ cup of cornstarch and 3 tablespoons of water until smooth.
  3. Once the juice mixture is boiling, slowly stir in the cornstarch mixture, continuing to boil until thickened (about 1-2 minutes). Remove from heat and let cool in the refrigerator.
Cupcake Batter Preparation
  1. Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and line a mini cupcake pan with liners.
  2. In a large mixing bowl, combine the strawberry cake mix, 1 cup of guava juice, and 3 room-temperature eggs. Add ⅓ cup of coconut oil. Mix on low speed until just combined, then increase to medium speed for 2 minutes until smooth.
  3. Fill each cupcake liner about one-third full.
Baking the Cupcakes
  1. Place the cupcake pan in the preheated oven and bake for 19-22 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted comes out clean.
  2. Once done, remove from the oven and let cool in the pan for 5 minutes before transferring them to a wire rack to cool completely.
Frosting Preparation
  1. In a mixing bowl, beat 6 ounces of softened cream cheese until fluffy, about 2-3 minutes.
  2. Gradually add ¼ cup of sugar and 1 teaspoon of vanilla extract, blending until smooth.
  3. Gently fold in 6 ounces of thawed Cool Whip until just combined.
  4. Refrigerate the frosting until ready to use.
Assembling the Cupcakes
  1. Once the cupcakes are completely cool, generously spread the cream cheese frosting on top of each one.
  2. Refrigerate for about 15-20 minutes to allow the frosting to set.
  3. Spoon the cooled guava gel on top of each frosted cupcake.

Notes

Let the cupcakes chill for enhanced flavor and to help set the frosting perfectly.