Today I decided to prepare a dessert to serve during snack time—something sweet and delicious. I thought of making a dulce de leche pudding in the best Brazilian style, a recipe I've been making for years that is always a hit at home. This is a very soft and moist pudding covered with a mixture of pastry-style dulce de leche blended with fresh cream, a true delight that you can also serve as a dessert...
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In a bowl, place the eggs, add the sugar and neutral oil, and beat everything until the ingredients are combined and form a light cream.
Add the milk to the mixture and gradually incorporate the previously sifted flour, mixing everything until you achieve a smooth and homogeneous batter.
Finally, add the baking powder and gently mix using folding motions.
Pour the batter into a rectangular baking dish that has been greased and floured beforehand.
Bake the pudding for about 40 minutes in a preheated oven at 180°C (350°F).
In a bowl, beat half of the dulce de leche with the light syrup until you achieve a thin sauce.
Once the pudding is baked, remove it from the oven, and when it is warm, poke holes in the surface with a fork and drizzle it with the dulce de leche and syrup mixture.
In another bowl, mix the remaining dulce de leche with the fresh cream and use it to cover the pudding.
Serve the dulce de leche pudding cold, alone or garnished with previously hydrated prunes or chopped peanuts.
Ensure the eggs are at room temperature for a smoother batter.
Sift the flour to avoid lumps in the batter.
Allow the pudding to cool slightly before adding the dulce de leche mixture to ensure it absorbs well.
For a richer flavor, use high-quality dulce de leche and fresh cream.
Decorate with chopped peanuts or hydrated prunes for added texture and flavor.
Can I use store-bought dulce de leche?
Yes, store-bought dulce de leche works perfectly for this recipe. Just ensure it is pastry-style for the best consistency.
Can I substitute the neutral oil with another type of oil?
Yes, you can use vegetable oil or any mild-flavored oil as a substitute for neutral oil.
How do I hydrate prunes for decoration?
Soak the prunes in warm water for about 15-20 minutes until they become soft and plump.
Can I make this pudding ahead of time?
Yes, you can prepare the pudding a day in advance and store it in the refrigerator. Add the decorations just before serving.
What is light syrup, and can I make it at home?
Light syrup is a simple syrup made by dissolving sugar in water. You can make it at home by boiling equal parts sugar and water until the sugar dissolves completely.
