Serradurra – Easy Portuguese Sawdust Pudding

Steps

1. 1

   Using a blender or mixer-grinder, crush the Marie biscuits into very fine crumbs that resemble sawdust.

2. 2

   Whip the chilled cream until soft peaks form.

3. 3

   Add the condensed milk and continue whipping until the mixture holds its shape well and forms medium-stiff peaks.Alternatively, whip the cream a little beyond soft peaks, until it holds its shape well but is not stiff. Gently fold in the condensed milk with a spatula until evenly combined. Do not over-mix.

4. 4

   Add an even layer of biscuit crumbs to the bottom of dessert glasses, jars, or a serving bowl. Gently level the crumbs with the back of a spoon.

5. 5

   Spread or pipe an even layer of the whipped cream over the biscuit crumbs.If spreading with a spoon or offset spatula, smooth the surface before adding the next layer.

6. 6

   Continue alternating biscuit and cream layers until the container is almost full.

7. 7

   Finish with a final layer of biscuit crumbs.

8. 8

   Cover and refrigerate for 4 hours or until well chilled and set.

9. 9

   Garnish with cherries, fresh fruit, sliced nuts or a Marie biscuit before serving.