Brigadeiro
Brigadeiro, the iconic Brazilian treat, is a rich and velvety dessert that melts in your mouth with every bite. Made from simple ingredients like sweetened condensed milk and cocoa powder, these delightful chocolate balls are rolled in colorful sprinkles, making them perfect for birthday parties, celebrations, or just a cozy night in. With their fudgy texture and customizable toppings, Brigadeiros promise to satisfy any sweet tooth. Easy to prepare and utterly delicious, they’re sure to become a favorite in your household!
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Total Time: 25 minutes
- Yield: Approximately 12 Brigadeiros 1x
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Cooking
- Cuisine: Brazilian
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 can (14 oz) sweetened condensed milk
- 2 tbsp unsweetened cocoa powder
- 2 tbsp unsalted butter
- 1 cup chocolate sprinkles (or toppings of choice)
Instructions
- In a non-stick saucepan, combine sweetened condensed milk, cocoa powder, and unsalted butter over medium heat. Stir continuously for 10-15 minutes until the mixture thickens and pulls away from the sides of the pan.
- Transfer the mixture to a greased plate or bowl and let it cool completely.
- Once cooled, lightly grease your hands with butter and scoop out small portions of the mixture. Roll them into balls about the size of cherries.
- Roll each ball in chocolate sprinkles until fully coated.
- Serve immediately or refrigerate for later enjoyment.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 75
- Sugar: 10g
- Sodium: 15mg
- Fat: 3g
- Saturated Fat: 2g
- Unsaturated Fat: 0.5g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 11g
- Fiber: 0g
- Protein: 1g
- Cholesterol: 5mg
Keywords: - Experiment with different toppings such as crushed nuts or coconut flakes for added flavor. - For a unique twist, substitute cocoa powder with chocolate malt powder or add a pinch of sea salt.