Passion Fruit Pavé

passion fruit pavé
Wesley Sarto

Pavê de Maracujá

Passion Fruit Pavé is a beloved Brazilian dessert that combines layers of delicate cornstarch cookies with a rich, creamy passion fruit filling and a glossy, tangy syrup. Refreshing yet indulgent, it’s the perfect make-ahead treat for gatherings, offering a balance of sweetness and tropical flavor in every bite. Best served chilled, this pavé is a crowd-pleaser that captures the vibrant essence of Brazilian home baking.
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Prep Time 25 minutes
Cook Time 10 minutes
Chill Time 4 hours
Total Time 4 hours 35 minutes
Servings: 12
Course: Dessert
Cuisine: Brazilian
Calories: 320
Ingredients Directions Video

Ingredients
  

For the syrup
  • 1 passion fruit
  • 1/2 cup sugar (100 g)
  • 1/2 cup water (120 ml)
For the pavé
  • 1 can sweetened condensed milk (395g) (395 g)
  • 1 can heavy cream (300 g)
  • 1 cup passion fruit juice (240 ml)
  • 200 g Maisena cookies (biscoitos Maisena). Alternatively, use Nilla Wafers (Nabisco) or Ladyfingers (Savoiardi).
  • milk (for dipping the cookies)

Directions
 

Syrup
  1. In a saucepan, combine the passion fruit pulp, water, and sugar.
  2. Cook over medium heat, stirring occasionally, until the syrup thickens and looks glossy.
  3. Let cool completely and set aside.
Cream
  1. In a blender or bowl, mix the condensed milk, heavy cream, and passion fruit juice until smooth.
Assembly
  1. Lightly dip the cookies in milk.
  2. In a serving dish, make a layer of cookies and cover with ⅓ of the cream.
  3. Repeat the process twice more, finishing with a cream layer on top.
  4. Pour the cooled syrup over the pavé.
  5. Refrigerate for at least 4 hours before serving.

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