Easy Fruit Pavê Recipe: A Refreshing & Irresistible Dessert

Discover a delicious fruit pavê recipe, ideal for any occasion. An easy, refreshing, and irresistible dessert for the whole family.

Summary

• Ingredients
• Instructions
• Tips and Variations
• CHEF’s Tips

Ingredients

Cream:

• 1 can condensed milk
• 1 can heavy cream (without whey)
• 1 cup whole milk
• 2 sifted egg yolks
• 1 tablespoon cornstarch

Assembly:

• 1 package ladyfinger cookies
• 1 cup milk (for dipping cookies)
• Chopped fruits of your choice (strawberries, kiwi, peaches, grapes, etc.)
• Chocolate shavings (optional, for garnish)

Instructions

1. Prepare the cream: In a saucepan, mix the condensed milk, heavy cream, whole milk, sifted egg yolks, and cornstarch.
2. Cook over low heat, stirring constantly, until thickened and a smooth cream forms. Turn off the heat and set aside.
3. Assembly: In a dish, create a layer of ladyfinger cookies previously dipped in milk.
4. Cover the cookies with a layer of cream, then add a layer of chopped fruits.
5. Repeat the layers (cookies, cream, and fruits) until you finish with a layer of cream.
6. Garnish with chopped fruits and chocolate shavings (optional).
7. Refrigerate for at least 4 hours before serving. The fruit pavê tastes even better chilled.

Tips and Variations

• For an even creamier fruit pavê, use mascarpone cheese or cream cheese in the cream.
• Vary the fruits according to your preference and the season.
• Add a layer of dulce de leche between the layers for an extra touch of flavor.
• Try using graham crackers instead of ladyfingers.
• For a lighter version, use low-fat milk and heavy cream.

CHEF’s Tips

The secret to a good fruit pavê lies in the quality of the ingredients and the chilling time. Use fresh, ripe fruits for a more intense flavor and good quality heavy cream to ensure the dessert’s creaminess. Chilling time is crucial for the pavê to set and the flavors to meld. For an even better result, prepare the fruit pavê the day before. The choice of fruits is critical; think about combinations that balance the sweetness of the cream with the natural acidity of the fruits, such as strawberries and kiwis. Try adding a touch of lemon or orange zest to the cream to enhance the flavors. And remember, assembly is an opportunity to express your creativity – play with the colors and textures of the fruits to create a visually appealing and irresistible fruit pavê.