Brazilian recipe
Pineapple Pie (Torta de abacaxi)
A classic and practical dessert, this pie combines fresh pineapple with a velvety cream, making it a perfect choice for special occasions.
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Ingredients
1 can of pineapple slices in syrup
1 can of condensed milk
2 cans of milk
1 tablespoon of cornstarch
2 eggs (use only the yolks for the cream)
1 box of ladyfinger biscuits
1 package of shredded coconut
1 can of condensed milk
2 cans of milk
1 tablespoon of cornstarch
2 eggs (use only the yolks for the cream)
1 box of ladyfinger biscuits
1 package of shredded coconut
Where to find ingredients
All ingredients can be found in general supermarkets or grocery stores. Ladyfinger biscuits may be found in the baking or imported goods aisle.
Preparation method
- Prepare the cream by mixing the condensed milk in a saucepan
- Add the milk
- Stir in the cornstarch
- Add the egg yolks
- Cook over medium heat, stirring constantly until it boils and reaches a creamy consistency
- Spread a small portion of the cream on the bottom of a glass baking dish
- Moisten the ladyfingers in the pineapple syrup
- Arrange a layer of the moistened ladyfingers over the cream
- Distribute the pineapple slices over the ladyfingers
- Sprinkle a portion of the shredded coconut
- Cover with the remaining cream
- Finish with a layer of shredded coconut on top
- Place in the refrigerator to set before serving
Observations
This pineapple pie is a traditional dessert that balances the sweetness of condensed milk with the natural acidity of the fruit, resulting in a light and irresistible texture once chilled.
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