Pav De Limo Recipe

This refreshing no-bake Pavê de Limão is a simple yet elegant Brazilian dessert, perfect for any occasion! Learn this easy recipe passed down through generations. Using thin, rectangular biscuits (like Arnott's Malt O Milk biscuits – 35mm x 75mm), you'll create creamy lime layers that are subtly sweet, not overly sugary. The recipe is easily scalable to any size pan, depending on how many layers you desire. Get ready to impress with this stunningly simple dessert that requires only 15 minutes of prep time and 2 hours of chilling.

Prep Time 15 mins
Cook Time 15 mins
Calories 336.1 kcal
Protein 12g
Rating 5.0 (11 Reviews)
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Recipe adapted from Food.com. Standardized by Forktionary.

Ingredients for Pav De Limo

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How to Make Pav De Limo

  1. Zest and juice 2 large limes, reserving the zest for garnish.
  2. In a large bowl, combine 1 can (397g) of sweetened condensed milk, 1 cup (240ml) heavy cream, and the lime juice. Beat with an electric mixer until thick and creamy.
  3. Pour 1/2 cup (120ml) of whole milk into a shallow dish.
  4. Dip each biscuit briefly into the milk, ensuring it's coated but not soggy.
  5. Arrange a layer of biscuits (approximately 8-10 biscuits depending on your pan size) in an ungreased 180mm x 280mm rectangular pan.
  6. Spread 1/4 of the lime mixture evenly over the biscuit layer.
  7. Repeat layers 3 more times, ending with a biscuit layer.
  8. Sprinkle the reserved lime zest over the top layer.
  9. Refrigerate for at least 2 hours (or preferably overnight) before serving to allow the flavors to meld and the dessert to set completely.

Nutrition Information (Approximate per serving)

Sodium

12 g

Sugar

76g

Fat

43g

Carbs

12g

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