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 plain biscuits (approximately 200g, the package containing 3 smaller sleeves)
1 can sweetened condensed milk (395g)
500g roasted, skinless peanuts
2 tablespoons chocolate drink mix powder
1 can sweetened condensed milk (395g)
500g roasted, skinless peanuts
2 tablespoons chocolate drink mix powder
Where to find ingredients
Plain biscuits can be found in the cookie aisle of most supermarkets.
Sweetened condensed milk is available in the dairy or baking aisle of any supermarket.
Roasted, skinless peanuts are commonly found in the snack or baking section of supermarkets, or in bulk food stores. Ensure they are unsalted.
Chocolate drink mix powder is available in the coffee or hot chocolate aisle of most supermarkets.
Sweetened condensed milk is available in the dairy or baking aisle of any supermarket.
Roasted, skinless peanuts are commonly found in the snack or baking section of supermarkets, or in bulk food stores. Ensure they are unsalted.
Chocolate drink mix powder is available in the coffee or hot chocolate aisle of most supermarkets.
Preparation method
- Toast the peanuts in a preheated oven or in a skillet until lightly golden and fragrant
- Avoid over-toasting to prevent bitterness
- Let the peanuts cool completely after toasting
- In a food processor, add the plain biscuits and the toasted peanuts
- Process everything until a fine and homogeneous crumb is obtained
- Transfer the peanut and biscuit mixture to a bowl
- Add the chocolate drink mix powder and mix well
- Gradually incorporate the sweetened condensed milk, 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 quickly and with few steps. The addition of plain biscuits gives a unique texture and a special touch, while the chocolate drink mix complements the flavor.
Perfect for June festivals, snacks, or to satisfy that craving for a homemade sweet, this paçoca stands out for its simplicity in 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, snacks, or to satisfy that craving for a homemade sweet, this paçoca stands out for its simplicity in 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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