Brazilian recipe
Classic Creamy Chocolate Brigadeiro Recipe
Learn to make creamy chocolate brigadeiro, a classic Brazilian treat with a smooth texture and intense flavor, perfect for parties and quick desserts.
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Ingredients
Chocolate sprinkles or shaved chocolate for coating
2 tablespoons good-quality cocoa powder
1 can (14 oz / 395g) sweetened condensed milk
1 tablespoon unsalted butter
2 tablespoons good-quality cocoa powder
1 can (14 oz / 395g) sweetened condensed milk
1 tablespoon unsalted butter
Where to find ingredients
Sweetened condensed milk and cocoa powder are typically found in the baking aisle of most supermarkets. Unsalted butter is usually in the dairy section. Chocolate sprinkles (often called 'jimmies' in some regions or simply 'sprinkles') are widely available in the baking or candy sections. If you can't find specific chocolate sprinkles, you can use finely chopped chocolate or other candy coatings.
Preparation method
- Prepare the mixture
- Combine the condensed milk, cocoa powder, and butter in a medium saucepan
- Cook the brigadeiro
- Heat over low heat, stirring constantly until the mixture begins to pull away from the bottom of the pan
- Cool the dough
- Remove from heat and let the mixture cool completely on a greased plate
- Shape the balls
- With buttered hands, roll small portions of the cooled mixture into balls
- Decorate
- Roll the balls in chocolate sprinkles until fully coated
- Serve
- Place in paper candy cups and serve
Observations
Brigadeiro is a beloved candy in Brazil, celebrated for its soft texture and rich chocolate taste. Made with simple, accessible ingredients, it's easy to prepare and ideal for celebrations and special moments. This recipe guides you through making brigadeiro from scratch, using condensed milk, cocoa powder, butter, and chocolate sprinkles. The result is a delightful dessert that can be served individually or used as a smooth topping for other sweets.
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