Brazilian recipe
Classic Creamy Condensed Milk Custard (Pudim de leite condensado)
Master the art of making a velvety, homemade Brazilian custard. With its signature silky texture and rich caramel finish, it's the ultimate dessert.
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Ingredients
3 eggs
1 can (approx. 395g) condensed milk
1 can (use the empty condensed milk tin) whole milk
3 tablespoons granulated sugar (for the caramel)
1 can (approx. 395g) condensed milk
1 can (use the empty condensed milk tin) whole milk
3 tablespoons granulated sugar (for the caramel)
Where to find ingredients
You can find all these pantry staples at local supermarkets in Fiji, such as Shop N Save or RB Patel. Choose full-fat sweetened condensed milk for the best texture. If you prefer a slightly less sweet result, you may substitute a small portion of the whole milk with heavy cream, though the traditional recipe relies on whole milk.
Preparation method
- Preheat your oven to 180°C (350°F) for 10 minutes.
- In a blender, combine the eggs, condensed milk, and milk; blitz for about 3 minutes until the mixture is perfectly smooth and well-incorporated.
- Place the sugar directly into a ring-mold pan and set over low heat, stirring occasionally until it melts into a golden amber caramel.
- Carefully swirl the caramel to coat the bottom and inner sides of the pan.
- Pour the blended custard mixture into the prepared, caramel-coated pan.
- Place in the preheated oven and bake for about 40 minutes, or until the custard is set and lightly golden on top.
- Remove from the oven and allow it to cool completely to room temperature before placing it in the fridge.
- Chill for at least 4 hours, though letting it set overnight is ideal for the best firm texture.
- To unmold, run a thin knife around the edges and invert the pan onto a serving plate.
Observations
The iconic pudim de leite condensado stands as one of the most cherished desserts in Brazil, celebrated for its minimal list of ingredients and deep, comforting flavor.
Its distinct, velvety consistency and perfectly balanced sweetness make it the ideal choice to round off family meals or elevate special gatherings.
This method is wonderfully straightforward, allowing you to create an impressive, restaurant-quality treat in your own kitchen with ease.
Its distinct, velvety consistency and perfectly balanced sweetness make it the ideal choice to round off family meals or elevate special gatherings.
This method is wonderfully straightforward, allowing you to create an impressive, restaurant-quality treat in your own kitchen with ease.
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