Description
A creamy, no-bake Brazilian dessert made with layers of sweetened condensed milk cream, crushed paçoca, and digestive biscuits. This Pavê de Paçoca is rich, nutty, and a perfect make-ahead treat for gatherings or weeknight indulgence.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 ½ cups crushed paçoca
- 1 can (14 oz) sweetened condensed milk
- 1 cup heavy cream
- 2 cups whole milk
- 2 tablespoons cornstarch
- 2 tablespoons butter
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 2 sleeves digestive biscuits (about 20 biscuits)
Instructions
- In a saucepan, mix the sweetened condensed milk, whole milk, and a slurry of cornstarch mixed with a small amount of milk. Stir over medium heat until it thickens.
- Add the butter and vanilla extract, stirring until smooth. Let cool slightly.
- Gently fold in the heavy cream until well incorporated.
- In a glass dish, layer digestive biscuits, then cream mixture, followed by a sprinkle of crushed paçoca. Repeat until the dish is full, finishing with paçoca on top.
- Chill in the refrigerator for at least 4 hours or overnight.
- Serve cold and enjoy.
Notes
- Use full-fat cream for a richer texture.
- Crush paçoca by hand for varied texture.
- Let it chill long enough for the flavors to meld.
- Add a drizzle of chocolate or a peanut butter swirl for extra flavor.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 slice
- Calories: 380
- Sugar: 26g
- Sodium: 120mg
- Fat: 22g
- Saturated Fat: 11g
- Unsaturated Fat: 9g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 38g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 6g
- Cholesterol: 55mg
Keywords: pavê de paçoca, Brazilian dessert, peanut candy dessert, no bake dessert, layered dessert