Chilled Cream Dessert with Syrup Fruits
A delightfully cool and creamy layered dessert featuring a smooth vanilla custard, tender canned fruits, and a cloud-like meringue topping. Simple to make and perfect for warm days or dinner parties.
🛒 Ingredients
8 servings
- 1 can sweetened condensed milk (14 oz / 395 g)
- 3 cans of whole milk (use the empty condensed milk can as a measure)
- 3 egg yolks
- 3 egg whites
- 3 heaping tablespoons cornstarch
- 1 can sliced peaches or apples in syrup (29 oz / 820 g), drained
- 1 cup heavy cream or thick sour cream (200 g)
- 6 tablespoons granulated sugar (2 per egg white)
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Directions
- 1
In a medium saucepan, whisk together the condensed milk, 3 cans of whole milk, egg yolks, and cornstarch until smooth and lump-free.
- 2
Cook over low heat, stirring constantly, until the mixture thickens into a smooth custard that coats the back of a spoon. Remove from heat and let cool completely.
- 3
In a serving dish or baking pan, spread a layer of the cooled custard, followed by a layer of drained and sliced fruit. Repeat the layers until all ingredients are used up.
- 4
Using a hand mixer, beat the egg whites to stiff peaks. Gradually add the sugar (2 tablespoons per white) while continuing to beat until the meringue is glossy and firm.
- 5
Gently fold 2 to 3 tablespoons of heavy cream into the meringue, keeping as much volume as possible. Spread the mixture over the dessert to cover completely.
- 6
Refrigerate for at least 2 hours before serving chilled.
💡 Chef's Tip
Add a teaspoon of vanilla extract to the custard for extra depth of flavor. This dessert keeps well overnight in the fridge — great for making ahead.
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