Brazilian recipe
Strawberry Pie
Strawberry pie is a classic Brazilian dessert, combining a crispy crust, a velvety cream, and the freshness of strawberries with gelatin.
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Ingredients
1 whole egg
1 tin condensed milk
2 level tbsp caster sugar
1 packet strawberry jelly
1 level tbsp baking powder
2 tbsp margarine
3 egg yolks
2 tbsp sunflower oil
1 tin dessert cream
Cake flour as needed until the dough pulls away from hands
1 tbsp cornflour
3 cups full cream milk
1 pinch of salt
2 punnets strawberries
1 tin condensed milk
2 level tbsp caster sugar
1 packet strawberry jelly
1 level tbsp baking powder
2 tbsp margarine
3 egg yolks
2 tbsp sunflower oil
1 tin dessert cream
Cake flour as needed until the dough pulls away from hands
1 tbsp cornflour
3 cups full cream milk
1 pinch of salt
2 punnets strawberries
Where to find ingredients
Ingredients can be found in most supermarkets and grocery stores. Look for fresh produce in the produce section, dairy products in the refrigerated section, and dry goods like flour and sugar in their respective aisles. Baking powder and gelatin mixes are typically found in the baking aisle. Canned goods like condensed milk and table cream are usually located in the canned goods aisle.
Preparation method
- Prepare the gelatin according to package instructions and refrigerate until it reaches the consistency of egg white
- In a saucepan, combine the sweetened condensed milk, table cream, egg yolks, milk, and cornstarch
- Cook over heat, stirring constantly, until it boils and thickens into a rich cream
- Continue stirring to prevent lumps or scorching
- Set the cream aside to cool to lukewarm or room temperature
- In a bowl, mix the dough ingredients, gradually adding flour until the mixture no longer sticks to your hands
- Press the dough onto the bottom and sides of a medium or large baking dish
- Prick the entire surface of the dough with a fork
- Bake in a preheated medium oven for 10 to 15 minutes, until lightly golden
- Remove from oven and let the crust cool before assembling the pie
- Spread the cooled cream evenly over the baked crust
- Arrange the sliced strawberries on top of the cream layer
- Pour the gelatin, which should have the consistency of egg white, over the strawberries and cream
- Refrigerate for at least 4 hours before serving
Observations
This dessert is highly appreciated for its combination of textures and practicality. Follow the steps carefully to ensure the ideal consistency of the cream and gelatin.
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