Brazilian recipe
Peach Pavê (Pavê de pessego)
A classic Brazilian chilled layered dessert combining smooth custard with the refreshing sweetness of syrup-soaked peaches.
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Ingredients
1 litre full cream milk
2 tins condensed milk
1 large egg
2 tablespoons cornflour
1 packet sponge finger biscuits
1 tin peaches in syrup
1 tin cream
3 tablespoons caster sugar
2 tins condensed milk
1 large egg
2 tablespoons cornflour
1 packet sponge finger biscuits
1 tin peaches in syrup
1 tin cream
3 tablespoons caster sugar
Where to find ingredients
Find the dairy, condensed milk, and cream in the refrigerated section of local supermarkets. Sponge finger biscuits can be found in the biscuit aisle. Canned peaches are available in the canned fruit section. If you cannot find sponge fingers, substitute with plain tea biscuits or ladyfingers.
Preparation method
- Combine the cornflour with a little of the milk until smooth in a saucepan
- Add the remaining milk
- whisk in the condensed milk and the egg
- Cook over low heat
- Stir continuously until the mixture thickens into a consistent custard
- Line the bottom of a glass serving dish with a layer of sponge finger biscuits
- Pour the warm custard over the biscuit base
- Chop the peaches into medium-sized cubes
- Distribute the peach cubes evenly over the custard layer
- Prepare the topping by whisking the sugar into the cream in a separate bowl
- Spread this mixture over the peach layer
- Cover the dish with foil
- Chill in the refrigerator for at least 6 hours before serving
Observations
This layered dessert is the perfect showstopper for family lunches, offering a sophisticated balance of velvety cream and fruity brightness. Follow the steps carefully to ensure a smooth, uniform consistency for each layer.
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