Brazilian recipe
Creamy Brazilian Spiced Custard (Espera Marido)
Espera Marido is a classic Brazilian dessert beloved for its comforting flavour, creamy texture, and simple, home-style preparation.
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Ingredients
1 can sweetened condensed milk
1 can whole milk (use the empty condensed milk tin to measure)
3 whole cloves
1 cinnamon stick
3 eggs
3 egg yolks
Ground cinnamon for dusting
1 can whole milk (use the empty condensed milk tin to measure)
3 whole cloves
1 cinnamon stick
3 eggs
3 egg yolks
Ground cinnamon for dusting
Where to find ingredients
You can find all these ingredients in the dairy and baking aisles of any standard Australian supermarket like Woolworths or Coles. Sweetened condensed milk is usually found in the tinned milk section. For authentic Brazilian spices like high-quality cloves and cinnamon sticks, visit your local independent grocer or a specialised spice shop. If you cannot find a traditional Brazilian-style kitchen bowl, any standard ceramic or glass serving dish will work perfectly to store and serve your custard.
Preparation method
- Place the condensed milk, milk, cloves, and cinnamon stick into a saucepan
- Bring the mixture to a gentle boil over medium heat
- Whisk the eggs and extra yolks together lightly in a separate bowl
- Slowly add the beaten eggs to the hot milk mixture in the saucepan
- Reduce the heat to low
- Stir occasionally with a wooden spoon, ensuring you keep some larger, creamy textures throughout
- Cook until the mixture thickens to the consistency of a spoonable custard
- Transfer the mixture into a serving bowl or glass dish
- Finish by dusting the top lightly with ground cinnamon
Observations
This traditional treat features a rich, velvety consistency infused with the warm, fragrant notes of cinnamon and cloves. It is a fantastic option to enjoy chilled or at room temperature as a comforting dessert.
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