Description
Brigadeiro is a delightful Brazilian chocolate treat that transforms simple ingredients into irresistible bite-sized balls of joy. Coated in colorful sprinkles, these fudgy confections are perfect for any celebration or just a sweet indulgence at home. With their rich texture and captivating flavor, Brigadeiros will have everyone clamoring for more after just one taste!
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 (14 oz) can sweetened condensed milk
- 4 tbsp cocoa powder
- 2 tbsp unsalted butter
- 1 cup chocolate sprinkles
Instructions
- In a non-stick saucepan, combine sweetened condensed milk, cocoa powder, and butter over medium heat.
- Stir continuously for about 5 minutes until well mixed.
- Continue stirring until the mixture thickens and pulls away from the sides (approximately 10 minutes).
- Test doneness by dropping a spoonful into cold water; it should hold its shape.
- Transfer to a greased plate or wax paper and let cool completely.
- Once cooled, grease your hands with butter and roll the mixture into 1-inch balls.
- Coat each ball in chocolate sprinkles before placing them on a serving platter.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Stovetop
- Cuisine: Brazilian
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 Brigadeiro (20g)
- Calories: 80
- Sugar: 9g
- Sodium: 17mg
- Fat: 3g
- Saturated Fat: 2g
- Unsaturated Fat: 1g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 12g
- Fiber: 0g
- Protein: 1g
- Cholesterol: 5mg
Keywords: For variations, try using crushed nuts, coconut flakes, or flavored extracts like vanilla or espresso. Store Brigadeiros in an airtight container at room temperature for up to 5 days or refrigerate for up to 2 weeks.