Brazilian recipe
Sonho de Valsa Chocolate Layered Pie
This indulgent layered bombom pie is a beloved Brazilian classic, famous for its creamy, rich texture and ease of assembly.
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Ingredients
2 cans sweetened condensed milk
1 can table cream (nestlé type)
500 ml whole milk
2 eggs, separated
4 tablespoons chocolate drink powder (like Milo or similar)
4 tablespoons margarine
4 tablespoons granulated sugar
6 Sonho de Valsa bonbons, roughly chopped
1 can table cream (nestlé type)
500 ml whole milk
2 eggs, separated
4 tablespoons chocolate drink powder (like Milo or similar)
4 tablespoons margarine
4 tablespoons granulated sugar
6 Sonho de Valsa bonbons, roughly chopped
Where to find ingredients
Sweetened condensed milk and table cream are pantry staples available in all supermarkets. For Sonho de Valsa, check the 'International' or 'Latin/Caribbean' aisle in your local grocery store. If unavailable, use any high-quality hazelnut-cream-filled chocolate bonbon as a substitute. Chocolate drink powder, such as Milo, is widely used in the Caribbean and can be found in any local shop or market.
Preparation method
- For the first layer, whisk together 1 can of condensed milk and half of the whole milk
- Stir in the egg yolks and 2 tablespoons of margarine
- Cook over medium heat, stirring constantly until it reaches a thick, custard-like consistency
- Pour this mixture into a serving dish
- Scatter 2 chopped bonbons over the cream and place in the freezer to set
- For the second layer, combine the remaining can of condensed milk with the rest of the milk
- Mix in the remaining 2 tablespoons of margarine and the chocolate drink powder
- Cook over medium heat, stirring until you have a creamy brigadeiro texture—be careful not to over-thicken
- Spread the brigadeiro evenly over the first layer once it has firmed up
- Sprinkle another 2 chopped bonbons over this chocolate layer
- Return the dish to the freezer briefly to ensure the layers remain distinct
- For the third layer, whip the egg whites until stiff peaks form
- Gently fold in the sugar and then the table cream
- Spread this light topping over the previous layers
- Finish by garnishing with the final 2 chopped bonbons
- Freeze until ready to serve
Observations
A decadent dessert composed of three distinct, creamy layers. This treat is ideal for special occasions. The secret lies in respecting the chilling time between layers to ensure every slice holds its shape perfectly.
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