Brazilian recipe
Easy Traditional Peanut Fudge (Cajuzinho)
Make a batch of classic Brazilian peanut fudge at home. This simple, no-fuss recipe is a party favorite and the perfect treat to satisfy your sweet tooth.
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Ingredients
400 ml whole milk
30 g chocolate drink powder (sugar-sweetened cocoa powder)
700 g granulated sugar
1 kg roasted peanuts, finely ground with skins
Extra granulated sugar, for rolling
Roasted peanut halves, for garnish
30 g chocolate drink powder (sugar-sweetened cocoa powder)
700 g granulated sugar
1 kg roasted peanuts, finely ground with skins
Extra granulated sugar, for rolling
Roasted peanut halves, for garnish
Where to find ingredients
Whole milk and granulated sugar are standard grocery items found in any supermarket. For the peanuts, look for 'roasted peanuts' in the snack or baking aisle. If you can only find raw ones, toast them in a dry pan until golden. Chocolate drink powder is common in the hot cocoa aisle, though any cocoa-based drink mix works. If you're struggling to find peanuts with skins for that traditional flavor, standard roasted peanuts from the snack aisle are a fine substitute. For the authentic experience, visit local Latin American or international markets which often stock these ingredients in bulk.
Preparation method
- Toast the peanuts if raw, then let them cool down completely to room temperature
- Pulse the roasted peanuts in a food processor or blender until you reach a fine, sandy texture
- In a large mixing bowl, combine the ground peanuts, granulated sugar, and chocolate drink powder
- Slowly add the milk, kneading by hand until the mixture becomes a smooth, dense dough that begins to release its natural oils
- Check the consistency: the dough should be firm and pliable enough to roll into small balls
- Shape small, uniform portions of the dough into the iconic teardrop or small ball shapes
- Press a peanut half into the wider end of each candy to resemble a cashew nut
- Roll the finished candies in a light coating of granulated sugar for a classic finish
- Arrange the sweets on a serving platter and enjoy
Observations
Cajuzinho is a beloved Brazilian confection, famous for its distinct roasted peanut flavor and a texture that's smooth and dense. Traditionally shaped to resemble a cashew fruit, these bite-sized sweets are a staple at birthday parties and family gatherings.
This homemade version is straightforward and doesn't require any complex techniques. It’s an ideal quick-fix dessert when you're craving something nutty and sweet to pair with your afternoon coffee. With just a few pantry staples, you can whip up a batch that tastes just like the ones from a traditional Brazilian bakery.
This homemade version is straightforward and doesn't require any complex techniques. It’s an ideal quick-fix dessert when you're craving something nutty and sweet to pair with your afternoon coffee. With just a few pantry staples, you can whip up a batch that tastes just like the ones from a traditional Brazilian bakery.
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