Generic Bocadillo de Guayaba — Guava Paste 18-count (540 g) imported from Colombia, sliceable & ready-to-serve

A dense, sliceable guava paste — traditional Colombian bocadillo veleño made from guava pulp and panela, sold as 18 compact blocks totaling 540 g for authentic flavor and versatile serving options.

This DECA EXPERTS bocadillo de guayaba is an imported, ready-to-serve guava confection crafted in the style of Vélez, Santander. Each compact block locks in the sweet-tart character of ripe guavas sweetened with panela, producing a firm, jewel-toned paste that slices cleanly. It’s a pantry-friendly sweet that travels well, ideal for snacking, baking, or pairing with cheeses and breads for familiar Latin-American flavors at home.

What is bocadillo de guayaba and how is this product made?

Bocadillo de guayaba is a traditional Colombian sweet made by reducing guava pulp with panela until it reaches a thick, sliceable consistency. The DECA EXPERTS version follows that classic method to produce compact rectangular blocks with concentrated guava flavor and a firm texture.

• Made from ripe guava pulp and panela (unrefined cane sweetener).
• Cooked and reduced to a dense, sliceable paste.
• Packaged as 18 individual blocks totaling 540 g (19.04 oz).
• Produces a deep red color and clean-cut slices for serving.

How can I serve this guava paste at home?

Bocadillo is versatile: enjoy thin slices with fresh cheese, spread small portions on toast, or use cubes in desserts and pastries. Its firm texture holds up well when sliced or cubed, making it easy to present on cheeseboards or incorporate into recipes that call for fruit paste.

• Classic pairing: bocadillo with white cheese for sweet-and-salty contrast.
• Spread a thin layer on warm bread or crackers for a quick snack.
• Dice into pastries, tarts, or as a filling for cookies and cakes.
• Add small cubes to breakfast bowls, yogurt, or ice cream as a garnish.

How long does it keep and how should I store it?

When kept in a cool, dry place unopened, bocadillo maintains quality for several months due to its low moisture and concentrated sugars. After opening, wrap tightly and refrigerate to preserve texture and flavor; use within a few weeks for best results.

• Unopened: store in a cool, dry pantry away from direct sunlight.
• Opened: wrap or seal and refrigerate to slow drying and preserve freshness.
• Resists spoilage thanks to reduced water content and panela.

Is this bocadillo similar to other Latin American fruit pastes?

Yes. Bocadillo shares characteristics with Venezuelan "conserva" and Brazilian goiabada—compact, sweet fruit pastes made from fruit pulp and sweetener. Each has regional differences in texture and sweetness, but all are used similarly in cooking and snacking.

• Comparable to Venezuelan conserva in preparation and use.
• Goiabada (Brazil) is a close cousin with related texture and color.
• Regional variations affect firmness and sweetness level.

Who is this for? This DECA EXPERTS bocadillo de guayaba suits fans of authentic Latin-American sweets, home cooks looking for a reliable fruit paste for desserts, and anyone wanting a long-lasting, travel-friendly snack. It’s ideal for cheese boards, cultural recipes, and people who appreciate a richly flavored, sliceable guava paste made with traditional ingredients.

Ingredients

Guava