Description
Delight in these traditional Brazilian Chocolate Brigadeiros, rich and fudgy bites that are perfect for any occasion.
Ingredients
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- 1 can Sweetened Condensed Milk
- 1/4 cup Cocoa Powder
- 2 tbsp Butter
- Chocolate Sprinkles for rolling
- Pinch of Salt
Instructions
- Combine ingredients in a pan: In a medium saucepan, combine the sweetened condensed milk, cocoa powder, and butter.
- Heat slowly: Place the saucepan over medium heat and stir continuously.
- Cook until thickened: After about 10 minutes, the mixture should start thickening and pull away from the sides of the pan.
- Cool the mixture: Remove from heat and transfer to a greased plate, allowing it to cool for about 15-20 minutes.
- Roll into balls: Once cool, grease hands and scoop about a tablespoon of mixture. Roll into a ball shape.
- Coat those babies: Roll each Brigadeiro in chocolate sprinkles until fully coated.
- Chill and serve: Place Brigadeiros in mini cupcake liners or on a plate and chill in the fridge for about 30 minutes.
Notes
Feel free to experiment with different toppings like crushed nuts or shredded coconut for a twist.
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 10 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Stovetop
- Cuisine: Brazilian
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 Brigadeiro
- Calories: 77
- Sugar: 8g
- Sodium: 20mg
- Fat: 4.2g
- Saturated Fat: 2.5g
- Unsaturated Fat: 1.7g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 9.6g
- Fiber: 0g
- Protein: 0.6g
- Cholesterol: 10mg
Keywords: Brigadeiro, Brazilian dessert, chocolate treat, easy dessert