Brazilian recipe
Homemade Creamy and Crunchy Peanut Pie (Torta de amendoim cremosa e crocante)
Discover how to make a traditional Brazilian peanut pie with a buttery crust and a velvety, cloud-like filling. A simple, comforting dessert that perfectly balances texture and flavor.
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Ingredients
500 g roasted and ground peanuts
400 g granulated sugar
400 g cornstarch cookies
3 egg yolks
3 egg whites
1 pinch of salt
400 g heavy cream (strained of excess liquid)
250 g unsalted butter, at room temperature
400 g granulated sugar
400 g cornstarch cookies
3 egg yolks
3 egg whites
1 pinch of salt
400 g heavy cream (strained of excess liquid)
250 g unsalted butter, at room temperature
Where to find ingredients
You can find roasted peanuts and cornstarch cookies (often labeled as Maria or Maizena cookies) in the international aisle or baking section of most supermarkets. Heavy cream should be thoroughly chilled and drained of any watery whey before using to achieve the best consistency. As a substitute for cornstarch cookies, standard butter cookies or graham crackers work well, though the cornstarch variety provides a more authentic texture.
Preparation method
- Process the cornstarch cookies into fine crumbs and set aside.
- In a large bowl, cream together the softened butter and granulated sugar until the mixture is light and fluffy.
- Add the egg yolks one at a time, beating thoroughly after each addition until fully incorporated.
- Fold in the ground peanuts and the pinch of salt, mixing until the base is well combined.
- In a separate clean bowl, beat the egg whites until stiff peaks form.
- Gently fold the stiff egg whites into the peanut mixture.
- Add the heavy cream to the batter, incorporating it gently with a spatula to maintain a light, airy texture.
- Spread a layer of the cookie crumbs across the bottom of a glass dish or baking pan to create an even base.
- Pour a generous layer of the peanut cream over the cookie base.
- Continue layering the peanut cream and cookie crumbs, finishing with a final layer of the cream.
- Optionally, garnish the top of the pie with whole roasted peanuts or crushed nut pieces.
- 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 in Brazilian households, cherished for its irresistible interplay of textures and rich, nutty profile. The crisp cookie-crumb base creates a stunning contrast against the airy, whipped peanut filling that delivers an intense, roasted flavor in every bite. It is the quintessential dessert for family gatherings, special occasions, or whenever you crave a soothing, homemade treat. Its straightforward assembly makes it an impressive yet hassle-free option for any home baker.
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