Esponjado de Maracuya or Passion Fruit Recipe

Ingredients

• 1 1/2 cup passion fruit puree
• 1 can (14 oz condensed milk)
• 1/3 cup water
• 1 tablespoon unflavored gelatin
• 1 cup heavy cream
• 1/4 cup sugar
• 3 egg whites

Instructions

1. 1

   In a small pot add the water and gelatin. Over medium heat let it cook for about 2 minutes or until the gelatin dissolves.

2. 2

   Place the passion fruit puree and condensed milk in a blender and blend for about 2 minutes. Add the dissolved gelatin to the blender and blend for 1 more minute.

3. 3

   In a medium bowl, using an electric mixer beat the heavy cream for about 3 minutes. Fold the whipped cream into the passion fruit mixture.

4. 4

   Using an electric mixer beat the egg whites and sugar in a clean bowl until stiff.

5. 5

   Add half of the egg whites to the mixture, gently folding to incorporate them. Don’t overwork the mixture. Add the rest of the whites and fold the mixtures together.

6. 6

   Spoon the mixture into individual serving glasses or bowls and refrigerate for about 5 hours or overnight. Serve with whipped cream or chopped graham crackers on top.