Brazilian recipe
Classic Homemade Abraçadinhos (abraçadinhos caseiros)
A beloved Brazilian sweet, these abraçadinhos pair a delicate, melt-in-your-mouth pastry with a sweet goiabada filling. Perfect for gatherings or afternoon tea.
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Ingredients
500g vegetable shortening
1 tablespoon caster sugar
200ml guaraná soda
Plain flour (as needed to reach rolling consistency)
Goiabada, cut into thin strips
Caster sugar for dusting
1 tablespoon caster sugar
200ml guaraná soda
Plain flour (as needed to reach rolling consistency)
Goiabada, cut into thin strips
Caster sugar for dusting
Where to find ingredients
You can find plain flour and caster sugar at any local supermarket in the baking aisle. Vegetable shortening is often stocked alongside baking fats. Guaraná soda and goiabada are best sourced from specialty Latin American grocers or online international food importers; there is no direct local substitute for the distinct flavour profile of goiabada.
Preparation method
- In a mixing bowl, combine the vegetable shortening, sugar, and guaraná.
- Gradually add the flour, mixing until a smooth, workable dough is formed that can be rolled out.
- Cover the dough and let it rest for approximately 30 minutes.
- Roll the dough out on a floured surface until it reaches your desired thickness.
- Cut the dough into small, even squares.
- Place a small strip of goiabada in the center of each dough square.
- Fold the abraçadinhos by bringing the corners of the dough together to form a small parcel, ensuring the filling is well enclosed.
- Arrange the parcels on a baking tray, leaving enough space between them.
- Bake in a preheated oven until they are lightly golden.
- Remove from the oven and allow them to cool completely.
- Once cooled, coat the abraçadinhos in caster sugar to finish.
Observations
Abraçadinhos are a traditional Brazilian treat, perfect for anyone looking for a tasty snack that is straightforward to prepare. This recipe combines a light dough that melts in the mouth with a classic goiabada (guava paste) filling, resulting in a sweet that is ideal for festive occasions, afternoon tea, or simply to add a touch of sweetness to your day.
Using simple pantry staples and a clear method, this recipe allows anyone to bake authentic abraçadinhos at home. The result is a delicate sweet with a soft texture that contrasts perfectly with the rich, fruity center.
Using simple pantry staples and a clear method, this recipe allows anyone to bake authentic abraçadinhos at home. The result is a delicate sweet with a soft texture that contrasts perfectly with the rich, fruity center.
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