Brigadeiro

Name: Brigadeiro
Cook time: 45 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 8 servings
Cuisine: Brazilian
Ingredients: 1 can (14 oz) of Sweetened Condensed Milk, 395 g; 2 tbsp Unsweetened Cocoa Powder; 1 tbsp Unsalted Butter; 1/2 cups Chocolate Sprinkles; 1 tsp Unsalted Butter, for greasing hands/plate

Brigadeiro is a luxuriously fudgy Brazilian chocolate truffle with a glossy, melt-in-your-mouth center and a playful coating of sprinkles. Simple to make with just a few pantry staples, these bite-sized sweets are perfect for parties or an indulgent weeknight dessert.

Brigadeiro is a luxuriously fudgy Brazilian chocolate truffle with a glossy, melt-in-your-mouth center and a playful coating of sp... Show more

Traditional Brazilian Recipe

Health Grade

E · Indulgent

Rating

4.6

Time

45 min

Price

0,25 €

Calories

232 kcal

vegetarian

easy

one pot

gluten free

Method

Mix the base

In a medium saucepan, stir together the Sweetened Condensed Milk, Unsweetened Cocoa Powder, and Unsalted Butter until the cocoa is fully moistened and the mixture looks smooth and streak-free. Scrape down the sides so there are no dry pockets of cocoa left behind.

Cook until thick

Set the pan over medium-low heat and cook, stirring constantly and scraping the bottom and corners, for 10 minutes or until the mixture turns thick, glossy, and starts pulling away from the pan. When you drag a spoon through it, you should be able to see the bottom of the pan for a moment before the mixture closes back in.

Chill the mixture

Lightly grease a plate with a little butter, then scrape the hot brigadeiro base onto it and spread it into a thin layer. Let it chill for 15 minutes, or until it is cool enough to handle and firm enough to scoop cleanly.

Roll and coat

Rub a little butter on your palms, then scoop the chilled mixture into small portions of about 1 tablespoon each and roll them into smooth balls. Finish each candy in the Chocolate Sprinkles, pressing lightly so the coating sticks all the way around, and arrange the brigadeiros on a plate to serve.