Cuban-inspired sweet treat lands in Broward, but only at one Pembroke Pines spot
With South Florida becoming a home to generations of Cuban exiles, it’s no surprise that guava, a staple fruit of the Caribbean island, has become synonymous with the state’s culinary fabric.
Now, two familiar names are leaning into that sense of tradition.
Häagen-Dazs and Vicky Bakery have teamed up for a “first-of-its-kind” collaboration to launch the Pastelito Dazzler, a limited-time dessert available March 25-31 at six South Florida Häagen-Dazs locations, including one in Pembroke Pines.
The partnership follows a recent wave of creative menu crossovers for Vicky Bakery.
Last month, the beloved chain partnered with Flanigan’s to bring to life the Croqueta Popper. The mashup sparked positive community reaction and was featured at both brands’ locations throughout February.
This time, the spotlight is on something much sweeter.
The Pastelito Dazzler layers Häagen-Dazs vanilla ice cream with guava drizzle, crushed buttery puff pastry from Vicky Bakery’s signature pastelitos and whipped cream, finished with an extra drizzle of guava.
Intrigued? The limited-time treat is available at only one Häagen-Dazs location in Broward County — the Shops at Pembroke Gardens, 420 SW 145th Terrace.
The sweet treat will be available through Tuesday.
“Partnering with Vicky Bakery was a natural fit to honor the unique flavors that make South Florida so special,” Häagen-Dazs Shops President Adam Hanson said in a news release.
“The Pastelito Dazzler brings these flavors to life, creating moments of happiness and highlighting the connection both of our brands have built with the community.”
The other South Florida locations:
- River Landing in Miami: 1440 NW North River Drive, Suite 193
- Causeway Square in North Miami: 1809 NE 123rd St.
- Town and Country Mall in Kendall: 8405 Mills Drive
- Wingate Shopping Center in Miami Lakes: 16407 NW 67th Ave.
- Miracle Mile in Coral Gables: 286 Miracle Mile
“Partnering with Häagen-Dazs to create the Pastelito Dazzler allowed us to reimagine that tradition in a fun, indulgent way,” Vicky Bakery Chief Marketing Officer Ben Linero said in the news release.
“By combining our signature guava pastelito flavors with Häagen-Dazs’ ice cream, we’ve created a dessert that celebrates the taste of South Florida in every bite.”
This story was originally published March 25, 2026 at 4:54 PM.
