Brazilian recipe
Strawberry Layered Dessert (Pavê de morango)
This classic Brazilian layered dessert perfectly balances a velvety, rich cream with the bright, refreshing tang of fresh strawberries.
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Ingredients
1 litre whole milk
2 cans sweetened condensed milk
1 large egg
2 tablespoons cornflour
1 packet champagne biscuits (biscoito tipo champanhe)
500g fresh strawberries
1 tin cream (creme de leite)
3 tablespoons caster sugar
2 cans sweetened condensed milk
1 large egg
2 tablespoons cornflour
1 packet champagne biscuits (biscoito tipo champanhe)
500g fresh strawberries
1 tin cream (creme de leite)
3 tablespoons caster sugar
Where to find ingredients
You can find fresh strawberries, milk, and eggs at local markets or supermarkets like Carrefour or Chandarana. Look for sweetened condensed milk and tinned cream in the baking aisle. If you cannot find specific champagne biscuits, plain sponge finger biscuits serve as an excellent substitute.
Preparation method
- In a heavy-bottomed saucepan, whisk together the cornflour, milk, condensed milk, and the egg until smooth.
- Place the saucepan over low heat.
- Stir constantly to prevent sticking until the mixture thickens into a smooth, custard-like consistency.
- Arrange a single layer of champagne biscuits to cover the bottom of a rectangular glass baking dish.
- Pour the hot cream mixture evenly over the biscuit layer.
- Chop the strawberries into medium-sized cubes.
- Distribute the chopped strawberries uniformly over the layer of cream.
- In a separate mixing bowl, whisk together the sugar and the tinned cream until well combined.
- Spread this final cream topping evenly over the strawberry layer.
- Cover the baking dish tightly with aluminium foil.
- Refrigerate for a minimum of 6 hours to allow the biscuits to soften and the layers to set before serving.
Observations
This chilled treat is a staple at family gatherings and celebrations across Brazil. By carefully layering delicate biscuits with a luscious cream base and seasonal fruit, you create a sophisticated yet comforting dessert where every bite offers a harmonious blend of textures.
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