Brazilian recipe
Easy Peanut Cajuzinho
The peanut cajuzinho is a classic Brazilian sweet, highly prized for its bold flavor and ease of preparation.
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Ingredients
1 kg raw peanuts
8 tablespoons sugar
3 tablespoons cocoa powder
5 tablespoons breadcrumbs
1 egg yolk
1/2 cup milk
8 tablespoons sugar
3 tablespoons cocoa powder
5 tablespoons breadcrumbs
1 egg yolk
1/2 cup milk
Where to find ingredients
You can find raw peanuts, cocoa powder, and breadcrumbs in the baking or bulk food aisles of most local supermarkets and grocery stores.
Preparation method
- Place the raw peanuts in a microwave-safe bowl
- Roast them for 12 minutes on high power
- Process or blend the peanuts in a food processor or blender until a flour consistency is reached
- Transfer the ground peanuts to a bowl
- Add the egg yolk
- Add the milk
- Add the sugar
- Add the breadcrumbs
- Add the cocoa powder
- Mix all the ingredients until the dough is smooth and uniform
- Microwave for 4 minutes on high power until it reaches a consistency firm enough to roll
Observations
This recipe uses the microwave to speed up the roasting process and the cooking of the dough, resulting in a practical and delicious treat.
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