Brazilian recipe
Creamy Brazilian Pumpkin Pie (Torta de abóbora)
A classic, no-fuss recipe. This Brazilian-style pumpkin pie pairs a crunchy biscuit base with a velvety, smooth filling—the perfect sophisticated yet simple dessert.
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Ingredients
200g Maria biscuits (biscoito maisena)
4 tablespoons butter or margarine
2 tablespoons milk
500g pumpkin, cubed
1/4 cup crumbled ricotta
150g cream cheese
3/4 cup granulated sugar
1 sachet unflavored gelatin powder
1 can (approx. 300g) table cream (creme de leite)
4 tablespoons butter or margarine
2 tablespoons milk
500g pumpkin, cubed
1/4 cup crumbled ricotta
150g cream cheese
3/4 cup granulated sugar
1 sachet unflavored gelatin powder
1 can (approx. 300g) table cream (creme de leite)
Where to find ingredients
Find Maria biscuits (or simple tea biscuits) in the international or Latin aisle of most supermarkets. Pumpkin is easily found fresh in the produce section. Table cream (creme de leite) is a staple in Brazilian or Latin grocery stores; if unavailable, a heavy cream or canned cream can be a close substitute for texture. Ricotta and cream cheese are standard in the dairy aisle.
Preparation method
- Preheat your oven to 200°C
- Pulse or crush the biscuits until they resemble fine breadcrumbs
- Combine the biscuit crumbs with the butter and milk, mixing until you have a damp, uniform dough
- Press this mixture into the base and up the sides of a 25 cm pie dish, firming it down gently
- Bake for 15 minutes, then let it cool completely before filling
- Steam the pumpkin cubes until very soft, then mash them well with a fork while still warm
- In a blender, whiz the ricotta, cream cheese, and sugar until completely smooth
- Prepare the gelatin according to the packet instructions
- In a mixing bowl, gently fold together the mashed pumpkin, table cream, the blended cheese mixture, and the prepared gelatin until combined
- Pour the filling into the cooled crust and chill in the fridge until the pie is firm and ready to serve
Observations
If you're looking for a practical dessert that wows with its balanced flavor, this pie is a winner. The prep is straightforward, resulting in a light treat with a creamy texture that everyone loves.
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