The Mexican Cream guava a variety of Psidium guajava is a highly regarded tropical fruit known for its intense fragrance dessertquality sweetness and distinctively smooth texture Unlike the common pink guavas often found in grocery stores the Mexican Cream is whitefleshed and celebrated for its lack of acidity
Here is a detailed breakdown of its characteristics
1 Physical CharacteristicsSkin The exterior is typically a pale yellow to light green when ripe It is often thin and delicate sometimes developing a light red blush on the side exposed to the sun
Flesh The interior is creamywhite thick and finetextured It does not have the grainy or sandy texture found in some other guava varieties
Size amp Shape The fruits are generally small to mediumsized about the size of a golf ball to a tennis ball and round to slightly oval
Seeds It has a relatively small seed cavity While seeds are present they are softer and fewer in number compared to many commercial pink varieties making them easier to eat
2 Flavor ProfileTaste It is extremely sweet with almost no tartness or acidity The flavor is complex often described as a blend of strawberry pineapple and passion fruit
Texture As the name suggests the texture is creamy and custardlike similar to a soft pear or a ripe banana
Aroma It is exceptionally fragrant A single ripe fruit can perfume an entire room with a floral tropical scent
3 Culinary UsesBecause of its high sugar content and soft texture Mexican Cream guava is versatile in the kitchen
Fresh Eating It is considered one of the best varieties for eating fresh out of hand skin and all due to the sweet flesh and soft seeds
Desserts Ideal for creamy desserts like custards ice creams and mousses where its texture shines
Preserves Its natural pectin and high sugar content make it excellent for jams jellies and pastes like the famous ate de guayaba
Pairings It pairs well with soft cheeses like cream cheese or brie citrus and warm spices like cinnamon and cloves
4 Growing InformationIf you are considering growing this variety here are the key requirements
Climate Thrives in tropical to subtropical climates USDA Zones 911 It is frosttender and needs protection from freezing temperatures
Sunlight Requires full sun for maximum fruit production and sweetness
Harvest Fruits typically ripen in late summer through autumn They are ready to pick when the skin turns yellow and the fruit yields slightly to the touch