Brazilian recipe
Peanut Cajuzinhos (Cajuzinhos de amendoim)
Peanut cajuzinho is a classic Brazilian sweet, loved for its bold flavor and how easy it is to prepare.
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Ingredients
1 kg raw peanuts
1 egg yolk
1/2 cup milk
8 tablespoons sugar
5 tablespoons breadcrumbs
3 tablespoons cocoa powder
1 egg yolk
1/2 cup milk
8 tablespoons sugar
5 tablespoons breadcrumbs
3 tablespoons cocoa powder
Where to find ingredients
Look for the ingredients at wet markets, supermarket baking aisles, and the snack or pantry section. If needed, use unsweetened breadcrumbs as a substitute for farofa de rosca.
Preparation method
- Place the raw peanuts in a microwave-safe container
- Microwave for 12 minutes on high power to roast
- Process or blend the peanuts until you get a flour
- 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 everything until the dough is smooth and uniform
- Microwave for 4 minutes on high power until ready to shape
Observations
This recipe uses the microwave to speed up the roasting step and the cooking of the mixture, resulting in a practical and delicious sweet.
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