Brazilian recipe
Espera Marido (Husband's Wait Dessert)
Espera Marido is a classic Brazilian dessert, appreciated for its comforting flavor and ease of preparation.
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Ingredients
1 can (395g or 14oz) sweetened condensed milk
1 can measure (using the condensed milk can) milk
3 whole cloves
1 cinnamon stick
3 whole eggs
3 egg yolks
Ground cinnamon for dusting
1 can measure (using the condensed milk can) milk
3 whole cloves
1 cinnamon stick
3 whole eggs
3 egg yolks
Ground cinnamon for dusting
Where to find ingredients
Sweetened condensed milk, milk, eggs, and ground cinnamon can be found in the dairy or baking aisle of most supermarkets. Whole cloves and cinnamon sticks are usually available in the spice section.
Preparation method
- Place the sweetened condensed milk, milk, cloves, and cinnamon stick in a saucepan
- Bring the mixture to a boil over medium heat
- Lightly whisk the whole eggs and egg yolks in a separate bowl
- Gradually add the beaten eggs to the boiling milk mixture in the saucepan
- Reduce heat to low
- Stir occasionally with a wooden spoon to maintain larger texture pieces
- Cook until it reaches the consistency of thick pudding or spoonable candy
- Transfer the mixture to a serving bowl
- Finish by dusting with ground cinnamon
Observations
This traditional dessert has a creamy texture and a fragrant aroma from the spices, making it an excellent option to serve chilled or at room temperature.
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