Goiabada is a sweet, thick paste made from guava fruit and sugar, widely used in Brazilian and Portuguese cuisine.

How do you use goiabada in recipes?

Goiabada is commonly sliced or scooped and served with cheese, used as a filling for pastries, cakes, and cookies, or melted to make sauces and desserts.

Is goiabada the same as guava jelly?

No, goiabada is much thicker and firmer than guava jelly, with a texture more like fruit paste or quince paste.

Yes, you can melt goiabada over low heat with a bit of water to create a sauce or glaze.

Does goiabada need to be refrigerated?

After opening, it’s best to refrigerate goiabada to maintain freshness and prevent spoilage.

How long does goiabada last?

Unopened goiabada can last several months in a cool, dry place. Once opened, store it in the fridge and consume it within a few weeks.

Can goiabada be frozen?

Yes, goiabada can be frozen in an airtight container for longer storage, but its texture may change slightly after thawing.

What desserts can I make with goiabada?

You can make desserts like Romeu e Julieta (guava paste with cheese), cookies, pies, cakes, turnovers, and cheesecake toppings.

What is the best way to cut goiabada?

Use a sharp, damp knife to cut through the firm paste more easily and prevent sticking.

Is goiabada gluten-free?

Yes, traditional goiabada made from guava and sugar is naturally gluten-free.

Do I need to cook goiabada before eating?

No, goiabada is ready to eat as is, but you can use it in both baked and cooked recipes.

How do you soften goiabada for spreading?

Warm it gently in the microwave or on the stove with a splash of water until it becomes spreadable.

Where can I buy goiabada?

You can buy it at MasGusto! Latino Market, www.masgusto.com.

Where can I buy goiabada around me?

You can buy it now on the MasGusto! Latino Market App and get it delivered to your home as fast as tomorrow.

What can I use as a substitute for goiabada?

Quince paste (membrillo) or thick fruit preserves can work as substitutes, though the flavor will be a bit different.

Yes, goiabada made only from guava and sugar is vegan-friendly.

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Guava with cheese is a must!
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Perfect for dessert.
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Everything arrived perfectly and very well packaged!
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A sweet taste of Brazil. Very good!
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Super delicious, I love it
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Hear me out… this and queso de freir. Yum
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Very good and tasty.
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Great purchase with you guys!
Edilayne
Very good, I will buy again.
MarianaRangel
Delicious! We made a cake with it, and it was delicious!
idaiana
The order arrived correctly and the items arrived in perfect condition.
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great look and fresh pick.
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Guava with cheese is the best!!

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weee.18448295
It’s sweet and soft but I should have waited so it riped more but I was so excited
Momo
Very small. Very raw. Wait until it's ready to eat.
weee.15525557
Juicy tasty papaya
randylam280
I just received the order. Although it was a discounted item, I noticed that the mangoes were a bit small and not very fresh.
totik.1977
It took 5 days before we ate it
adrimesqui123
Perfect, I love it, wonderful, too perfect.
audreygailus
Good size and color. More ripe than last time ordered.
PhamPhu
Poor packaging
cheryltyyen
It's a very big papaya; it makes a delicious milk.
Duyen
Looks undamaged. Arrived cold.

Frequently asked questions

What is goiabada?
Goiabada is a sweet, thick paste made from guava fruit and sugar, widely used in Brazilian and Portuguese cuisine.
Is goiabada the same as guava jelly?
No, goiabada is much thicker and firmer than guava jelly, with a texture more like fruit paste or quince paste.
Does goiabada need to be refrigerated?
After opening, it’s best to refrigerate goiabada to maintain freshness and prevent spoilage.
Can goiabada be frozen?
Yes, goiabada can be frozen in an airtight container for longer storage, but its texture may change slightly after thawing.
What is the best way to cut goiabada?
Use a sharp, damp knife to cut through the firm paste more easily and prevent sticking.
Do I need to cook goiabada before eating?
No, goiabada is ready to eat as is, but you can use it in both baked and cooked recipes.
Where can I buy goiabada?
You can buy it at MasGusto! Latino Market, www.masgusto.com.
What can I use as a substitute for goiabada?
Quince paste (membrillo) or thick fruit preserves can work as substitutes, though the flavor will be a bit different.

How do you use goiabada in recipes?
Goiabada is commonly sliced or scooped and served with cheese, used as a filling for pastries, cakes, and cookies, or melted to make sauces and desserts.
Can I melt goiabada?
Yes, you can melt goiabada over low heat with a bit of water to create a sauce or glaze.
How long does goiabada last?
Unopened goiabada can last several months in a cool, dry place. Once opened, store it in the fridge and consume it within a few weeks.
What desserts can I make with goiabada?
You can make desserts like Romeu e Julieta (guava paste with cheese), cookies, pies, cakes, turnovers, and cheesecake toppings.
Is goiabada gluten-free?
Yes, traditional goiabada made from guava and sugar is naturally gluten-free.
How do you soften goiabada for spreading?
Warm it gently in the microwave or on the stove with a splash of water until it becomes spreadable.
Where can I buy goiabada around me?
You can buy it now on the MasGusto! Latino Market App and get it delivered to your home as fast as tomorrow.
Is goiabada vegan?
Yes, goiabada made only from guava and sugar is vegan-friendly.

leonardo
Wonderful guava paste
daltonjamerica
Perfect, delicious.
bc.nay2
I love this preserve
Ana CatarinaDo Vale Quintanilha
Guava with cheese is a must!
masgusto.17036959
Perfect for dessert.
ElieneSerage
Everything arrived perfectly and very well packaged!
dra.vivianemoura
A sweet taste of Brazil. Very good!
MarthaOtano
Super delicious, I love it
LorenaLima
Very good! Worth buying!
candytamara1509
Love it. I will buy again
Taisha
Hear me out… this and queso de freir. Yum
katia AndressaMachado Gabriotti Moretti
Very good and tasty.
biofenac18
Great purchase with you guys!
Edilayne
Very good, I will buy again.
MarianaRangel
Delicious! We made a cake with it, and it was delicious!
idaiana
The order arrived correctly and the items arrived in perfect condition.
masgusto.17242841
great look and fresh pick.
diogo_od
Guava with cheese is the best!!
MelissaCaballero
Good packaging
Roquep725
It arrived in perfect condition and lives up to its description. Thank you.
Fabíola
I loved my products everything arrived perfectly.
Bhagya
Can’t wait to make mochi
weee.18448295
It’s sweet and soft but I should have waited so it riped more but I was so excited
Momo
Very small. Very raw. Wait until it's ready to eat.
weee.15525557
Juicy tasty papaya
randylam280
I just received the order. Although it was a discounted item, I noticed that the mangoes were a bit small and not very fresh.
totik.1977
It took 5 days before we ate it
adrimesqui123
Perfect, I love it, wonderful, too perfect.
audreygailus
Good size and color. More ripe than last time ordered.
PhamPhu
Poor packaging
Boss_paul80
Large passion fruit juice, the best for making delicious drinks.
Boss_paul80
The passion fruit is large and very fragrant and delicious.
Weee6464
A pack of six, they're quite big, and they taste great when blended with Yakult.
Utakonadeshiko
It was delicious, with plenty of fruit pulp.
Akemi CristineMoll da silva
Very good, just like in Brazil, very full of pulp.
圆圆珠珠
Three big ones, thick-skinned and sour-fleshed... truly a case of overrated hype (ᗜ ˰ ᗜ)
Maryanna
A couple are bruised and smooched in bag
weee.15787524
One is not fresh, I don’t know about the taste
masgusto.15831009
Excellent quality
BiancaAraujo
Romeo and Juliet
NeilaMagalhães
Product OK, already consumed.
masgusto.17648047
The best in the world
Tieme
I made this for the family... and everyone loved it.
jamillyrcampos
Best price
Elisa
So much joy, a taste of childhood.
K
It looks good, I haven't tried it yet.
Tony
Perfect for Desserts and treats All concentrate Passion Fruit Delicious...even for Água Fresca
MarianaRangel
I loved it! It was great to satisfy my craving for that Brazilian taste, delicious passion fruit juice!
NohemiPalma-Espinoza
Today I'm going to try something new. I don't know what country it's from, but thanks to weee! I have the opportunity to try new things, and everything is excellent overall.
CamilaAbe
Very happy to be able to buy Maguary here.