Brazilian recipe
Homemade Paçoquinha Recipe (Receita de paçoquinha)
Whip up this traditional Brazilian peanut treat with just a few pantry staples. It is a quick, no-bake confection that melts in your mouth and is perfect for any gathering.
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Ingredients
1 can (standard size) sweetened condensed milk
1 jar peanut butter
200g cornstarch biscuits (biscoito de maisena)
1 tbsp margarine
1 jar peanut butter
200g cornstarch biscuits (biscoito de maisena)
1 tbsp margarine
Where to find ingredients
You can find all these items in the baking or snack aisles of local Jamaican supermarkets like Progressive or Hi-Lo. If you cannot find imported 'biscoito de maisena', any plain, unsweetened shortbread or cornstarch-based biscuit will work as a substitute.
Preparation method
- Pulse the cornstarch biscuits in a food processor until they reach a fine, sandy texture.
- Combine the sweetened condensed milk and margarine in a mixing bowl and beat until the mixture is smooth and fully combined.
- Gradually incorporate the peanut butter into the bowl, continuing to beat until the mixture is uniform.
- Remove the mixture from the mixer and transfer it to a large mixing bowl.
- Slowly fold in the biscuit crumbs, working the dough with your hands until the ingredients are fully integrated and the mixture is firm and pliable.
- Press the dough firmly into a baking dish or glass rectangular pan.
- Place in the refrigerator to chill for at least 8 hours, or ideally overnight, until set.
- Cut the chilled mixture into small, neat squares before serving.
Observations
Paçoquinha is a beloved Brazilian classic, cherished for its intense roasted peanut flavour and a unique, crumbly texture that dissolves instantly upon eating. Crafting it at home is surprisingly straightforward, making it a favorite go-to sweet whenever you need a homemade snack with a genuine touch.
Using simple, accessible ingredients, this method allows you to prepare a fresh batch that is guaranteed to please family and friends. It is the perfect bite-sized treat for sharing or enjoying on its own at any time of day.
Using simple, accessible ingredients, this method allows you to prepare a fresh batch that is guaranteed to please family and friends. It is the perfect bite-sized treat for sharing or enjoying on its own at any time of day.
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