Brazilian recipe
Peanut "Cashew" Candies (Cajuzinhos)
Peanut "cashew" candies are a classic Brazilian confection, highly prized for their distinct flavor and ease of preparation.
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Ingredients
Raw peanuts
1
kg
kilogram
Egg yolk
1
Milk
0.5
cup
cup
Sugar
8
tablespoons
tablespoon
Breadcrumbs
5
tablespoons
tablespoon
Cocoa powder
3
tablespoons
tablespoon
1
kg
kilogram
Egg yolk
1
Milk
0.5
cup
cup
Sugar
8
tablespoons
tablespoon
Breadcrumbs
5
tablespoons
tablespoon
Cocoa powder
3
tablespoons
tablespoon
Where to find ingredients
Ingredients can typically be found in most supermarkets and specialty food stores.
Method
- Place the raw peanuts in a microwave-safe container
- Microwave on high power for 12 minutes to toast
- Process or blend the peanuts in a food processor or blender until they form 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 all ingredients until the dough is homogeneous
- Microwave on high power for 4 minutes until the dough reaches the right consistency for rolling
Notes
This recipe uses the microwave to speed up the toasting and cooking of the dough, resulting in a practical and delicious sweet treat.
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