Brazilian recipe
Creamy and Crunchy Peanut Pie (Torta de amendoim)
Discover how to make a traditional Brazilian peanut pie featuring a crisp cookie base and a velvety, aerated peanut filling.
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Ingredients
500 g roasted and ground peanuts
400 g refined sugar
400 g cornstarch biscuits
3 egg yolks
3 egg whites
1 pinch of salt
400 g heavy cream (drained)
250 g unsalted butter, at room temperature
400 g refined sugar
400 g cornstarch biscuits
3 egg yolks
3 egg whites
1 pinch of salt
400 g heavy cream (drained)
250 g unsalted butter, at room temperature
Where to find ingredients
Find roasted peanuts, unsalted butter, and heavy cream at local supermarkets or open-air markets. Cornstarch biscuits (often labeled as tea biscuits or digestive biscuits as a substitute) can be found in the bakery aisle of grocery stores.
Preparation method
- Crush the cornstarch biscuits until you have a fine crumb and set aside.
- In a large mixing bowl, beat the room-temperature butter with the refined sugar until the mixture is light and fluffy.
- Add the egg yolks, one at a time, beating well after each addition to ensure they are fully incorporated.
- Fold in the roasted and ground peanuts and the pinch of salt into the cream, mixing until all ingredients are well combined.
- In another clean bowl, whisk the egg whites until stiff peaks form.
- Gently fold the stiff egg whites into the peanut mixture.
- Alternately add the drained heavy cream to the mixture, folding gently with a spatula to maintain lightness and aerate the batter.
- Line the bottom of a glass dish or serving platter with the crushed biscuits to form an even layer.
- Spread a generous layer of the peanut cream over the biscuit base.
- Repeat the process, alternating layers of peanut cream and biscuit base until all ingredients are used, finishing with a layer of cream.
- If desired, garnish the surface of the pie with whole roasted peanuts or crushed peanut granules.
- Refrigerate the pie for at least 4 hours, or until it is completely set and thoroughly chilled.
- Serve the pie chilled.
Observations
This peanut pie is a staple of Brazilian cuisine, celebrated for its irresistible contrast of textures and flavors. The crunchy base, made from crushed cookies, provides the perfect counterpoint to the aerated and creamy peanut filling, which offers an intense, nutty aroma. It is the ideal dessert for family gatherings, special celebrations, or simply for enjoying a comforting homemade treat. Its straightforward preparation makes it an excellent choice for those looking to impress guests without any unnecessary complexity.
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