Pavê is a classic Brazilian trifle featuring layers of coffee-soaked ladyfinger cookies, creamy chocolate milk mixture, and whipped cream, garnished with grated chocolate. This no-bake dessert is rich, smooth, and perfect for gatherings or special occasions.
Total Time:4 hours 20 minutes
Yield:8 servings
Ingredients
Whipped Cream
2 cups heavy cream
1/4 cup powdered sugar
1 tsp vanilla extract
Milk Mixture
1 can sweetened condensed milk (about 395 g)
1 can evaporated milk (about 354 ml)
1/2 cup whole milk
1/4 cup cocoa powder
Other Ingredients
1 package ladyfinger cookies (about 200 g)
1/2 cup strong coffee, cooled
Grated chocolate for garnish
Instructions
Whip Cream: In a large bowl, whip the heavy cream, powdered sugar, and vanilla extract together until stiff peaks form. Set aside in the refrigerator.
Prepare Milk Mixture: In another bowl, combine the sweetened condensed milk, evaporated milk, whole milk, and cocoa powder. Mix well until smooth and thoroughly combined.
Dip Ladyfingers: Lightly dip each ladyfinger cookie in cooled strong coffee, soaking briefly to avoid sogginess.
First Layer: Arrange a layer of coffee-soaked ladyfingers at the bottom of a trifle dish or large serving bowl.
Add Layers: Pour a layer of the milk mixture over the cookies, then spread a layer of whipped cream on top.
Repeat Layers: Continue layering ladyfingers, milk mixture, and whipped cream, finishing with a top layer of whipped cream.
Garnish: Sprinkle grated chocolate generously over the top layer of whipped cream.
Chill: Refrigerate the pavê for at least 4 hours or preferably overnight to allow flavors to meld and the dessert to set.
Notes
Dip ladyfingers quickly into coffee to avoid them becoming too soggy and falling apart.
Use strong coffee or espresso for a more intense coffee flavor.
For a lighter dessert, substitute heavy cream with whipped coconut cream to make a dairy-free version.
Letting the dessert chill overnight enhances the flavors and texture.
Grated dark chocolate or chocolate shavings work perfect for garnish.
