Brazilian recipe
Traditional Cajahzinho with Peanut Candy (Receita de cajúzinho)
Make a homemade peanut sweet with the classic cajahzinho shape—simple, quick, and perfect for parties or coffee breaks.
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Ingredients
400 ml whole milk
30 g chocolate drink powder
700 g refined sugar
1 kg roasted peanuts, ground with skins
Refined sugar, for coating
Halved roasted peanuts, for decorating
30 g chocolate drink powder
700 g refined sugar
1 kg roasted peanuts, ground with skins
Refined sugar, for coating
Halved roasted peanuts, for decorating
Where to find ingredients
Look for the ingredients in the baking aisle, the powdered drinks section, and the nuts aisle of supermarkets or wet markets. If needed, you can use regular granulated sugar as a substitute for refined sugar.
Preparation method
- Roast the peanuts and let them cool completely.
- Grind the roasted peanuts in a food processor or blender until you get a fine crumb.
- In a large bowl, mix the ground peanuts, refined sugar, and chocolate drink powder.
- Add the milk gradually, mixing with your hands until it forms a smooth dough that starts to release oil.
- Check the dough’s texture: it should be firm enough to shape.
- Shape small portions of the dough into cajahzinhos.
- On the widest side of each sweet, press in half a peanut to mimic the nut.
- Roll the shaped cajahzinhos in a layer of refined sugar.
- Arrange the finished sweets on a serving platter.
Observations
Cajahzinho is a classic Brazilian sweet, loved for its unmistakable roasted peanut flavor and its fruit-like shape.
This recipe is a homemade, no-fuss version, ideal for anyone looking for a quick and tasty treat. It goes perfectly with coffee, can be served at parties, or simply satisfies a craving for something special. With just a few ingredients and straightforward steps, you’ll get an impressive result.
This recipe is a homemade, no-fuss version, ideal for anyone looking for a quick and tasty treat. It goes perfectly with coffee, can be served at parties, or simply satisfies a craving for something special. With just a few ingredients and straightforward steps, you’ll get an impressive result.
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