Brazilian recipe
Pineapple Cream Dessert
A timeless and effortless treat, this layered dessert pairs tangy pineapple with a smooth, velvety custard—a go-to choice for any special occasion.
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Ingredients
1 can of pineapple slices in syrup
1 can of sweetened condensed milk
2 cans of milk
1 tablespoon of cornstarch
2 egg yolks (for the custard)
1 packet of sponge finger biscuits
1 pack of shredded coconut
1 can of sweetened condensed milk
2 cans of milk
1 tablespoon of cornstarch
2 egg yolks (for the custard)
1 packet of sponge finger biscuits
1 pack of shredded coconut
Where to find ingredients
You can find fresh pineapples or canned fruit, sweetened condensed milk, and cornstarch in the pantry and baking aisles of supermarkets like NewWorld or Shop N Save. Sponge finger biscuits are typically located in the biscuit or international specialty aisles.
Preparation method
- Prepare the base by combining the condensed milk in a saucepan.
- Pour in the milk.
- Whisk in the cornstarch until dissolved.
- Stir in the egg yolks.
- Cook over medium heat, stirring constantly until the mixture thickens and reaches a creamy consistency.
- Spread a small amount of the cream over the base of a glass serving dish.
- Lightly dip the sponge finger biscuits into the reserved pineapple syrup.
- Arrange a layer of the soaked biscuits over the cream.
- Distribute the pineapple slices on top of the biscuit layer.
- Sprinkle a portion of the shredded coconut over the fruit.
- Spread the remaining cream over the top to cover the layer.
- Finish by dusting with the rest of the shredded coconut.
- Refrigerate until set and thoroughly chilled before serving.
Observations
This pineapple cream dessert is a traditional favorite that perfectly balances the sweetness of condensed milk with the natural zest of the fruit. After chilling, it develops a light, refreshing texture that is simply irresistible.
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