Brazilian recipe
Easy Homemade Paçoca
Quick recipe for homemade paçoca with few ingredients. Learn to make this delicious Brazilian peanut candy, perfect for parties and snacks.
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Ingredients
1 package graham crackers (approximately 200g, the package containing 3 smaller units)
1 can sweetened condensed milk (395g)
500g roasted peanuts, skinless
2 tablespoons chocolate drink mix powder
1 can sweetened condensed milk (395g)
500g roasted peanuts, skinless
2 tablespoons chocolate drink mix powder
Where to find ingredients
Graham crackers can be found in the cookie or cracker aisle of most supermarkets.
Sweetened condensed milk is available in the dairy or baking aisle of any grocery store.
Roasted peanuts (skinless) are often found in the snack, nut, or bulk food sections of supermarkets. Some specialty food stores or health food stores may also carry them.
Chocolate drink mix powder is commonly found in the coffee, tea, or hot chocolate section of supermarkets. Ensure it's a powder mix, not a ready-to-drink beverage.
Sweetened condensed milk is available in the dairy or baking aisle of any grocery store.
Roasted peanuts (skinless) are often found in the snack, nut, or bulk food sections of supermarkets. Some specialty food stores or health food stores may also carry them.
Chocolate drink mix powder is commonly found in the coffee, tea, or hot chocolate section of supermarkets. Ensure it's a powder mix, not a ready-to-drink beverage.
Preparation method
- Roast the peanuts in a preheated oven or in a skillet until lightly golden and fragrant
- Avoid over-roasting to prevent bitterness
- Let the peanuts cool completely after roasting
- In a food processor, add the graham crackers and roasted peanuts
- Process everything until you get a fine and homogeneous crumb
- Transfer the peanut and cracker mixture to a bowl
- Add the chocolate drink mix powder and mix well
- Incorporate the sweetened condensed milk gradually, mixing until the dough is consistent and moldable
- Spread the dough evenly in a small, shallow pan
- Refrigerate for about 30 minutes to firm up before cutting
- Cut into small squares or use cookie cutters to shape the paçoca
- Serve and enjoy!
Observations
This homemade paçoca recipe is a delicious and practical adaptation of the traditional Brazilian sweet. Ideal for those who want to replicate the authentic peanut flavor at home with speed and few steps. The addition of graham crackers gives a unique texture and a special touch, while the chocolate drink mix complements the flavor.
Perfect for June festivals (festas juninas), snacks, or to satisfy that craving for a homemade sweet, this paçoca stands out for its simple preparation, making it accessible to all skill levels in the kitchen. Serve as a treat or gift friends and family with this delicacy.
Perfect for June festivals (festas juninas), snacks, or to satisfy that craving for a homemade sweet, this paçoca stands out for its simple preparation, making it accessible to all skill levels in the kitchen. Serve as a treat or gift friends and family with this delicacy.
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