Brazilian recipe
Peanut Cajuzinho
The peanut cajuzinho is a classic Brazilian treat, loved for its bold flavor and ease of preparation.
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Ingredients
1 kg raw peanuts
1 egg yolk
1/2 cup milk
8 tablespoons sugar
5 tablespoons breadcrumbs
3 tablespoons cocoa powder
1 egg yolk
1/2 cup milk
8 tablespoons sugar
5 tablespoons breadcrumbs
3 tablespoons cocoa powder
Where to find ingredients
You can find raw peanuts, breadcrumbs, and cocoa powder in the baking or bulk nut aisles of most supermarkets and specialty grocery stores.
Preparation
- Place the raw peanuts in a microwave-safe bowl
- Toast them in the microwave for 12 minutes on high power
- Process or blend the peanuts in a blender until they turn into a coarse meal
- Transfer the ground peanuts to a mixing bowl
- Add the egg yolk
- Add the milk
- Add the sugar
- Add the breadcrumbs
- Add the cocoa powder
- Mix all items until the dough becomes homogeneous
- Microwave for 4 minutes on high power to reach the consistency for rolling
Notes
This recipe uses the microwave to speed up the toasting process and the cooking of the dough, resulting in a practical and delicious candy.
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