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Beijinho (Brazilian Coconut Balls)
One of Brazil’s popular party treats, Beijinhos are creamy, coconut-y and easy to make! Little bites of coconut bliss that are sure to transport you to tropical paradise with each delectable nibble.
Prep Time
15 mins
Cook Time
15 mins
Total Time
35 mins
Servings: 25 beijinhos
Calories: 94 kcal
Course:
Dessert
Cuisine:
Brazilian
Ingredients
- 1 can (14oz/396g) sweetened condensed milk
- 1 ⅓ cups (100g) unsweetened grated coconut
- 1 tablespoon unsalted butter plus more for greasing plate and hands
- Grated coconut for rolling
- Whole cloves for decorating
Instructions
- In a medium-sized saucepan or small Dutch Oven, combine the sweetened condensed milk, grated coconut and butter. Cook, over medium-low heat, for 10-20 minutes or until the mixture thickens. You will know it's ready when you run a rubber spatula through the middle of the mixture and it leaves a trail, taking a while for it to come back together. If you prefer the use a thermometer, the beijinho is ready at around 190º-200ºF (88º-95ºC).
- Transfer the mixture to a plate that has been generously greased with butter, spreading it into a single layer. Cover with plastic wrap and let it cool completely.
- Once the beijinho mixture has cooled, grease your hands with butter and form smooth balls with about 1 tablespoon of mixture, about the size of a cherry. This recipe will yield about 20 to 25 beijinhos.
- Place some grated (or shredded) coconut in a plate. Roll the balls through the coconut, then insert a clove in the middle.
- Serve the beijinhos as-is or in small paper cups. If your guests are not familiar with them, remind them to remove the cloves before eating!
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Notes
- Note: These treats are traditionally served in brigadeiro cups. If you can't find them, you can use mini cupcake cups (although they are a bit bigger than a standard beijinho) or just as-is.
- Storing: Beijinhos will keep at room temperature, in an airtight container, for up to 3 days before they start to dry out. For longer storage, you can keep them in the fridge for about a week, or freeze them for up to 3 months.
- If you freeze them, just thaw them in the refrigerator overnight and then allow them to come to room temperature before serving.
Nutrition Information
Serving
1beijinho
Calories
94kcal
(5%)
Carbohydrates
10g
(3%)
Protein
2g
(4%)
Fat
6g
(9%)
Saturated Fat
5g
(25%)
Polyunsaturated Fat
0.1g
Monounsaturated Fat
1g
Trans Fat
0.02g
Cholesterol
7mg
(2%)
Sodium
22mg
(1%)
Potassium
91mg
(3%)
Fiber
1g
(4%)
Sugar
9g
(18%)
Vitamin A
56IU
(1%)
Vitamin C
1mg
(1%)
Calcium
47mg
(5%)
Iron
0.2mg
(1%)
Nutrition Facts
Serving: 25beijinhos
Amount Per Serving
Calories 94
% Daily Value*
| Serving | 1beijinho | |
| Calories | 94kcal | 5% |
| Carbohydrates | 10g | 3% |
| Protein | 2g | 4% |
| Fat | 6g | 9% |
| Saturated Fat | 5g | 25% |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 0.1g | 1% |
| Monounsaturated Fat | 1g | 5% |
| Trans Fat | 0.02g | 1% |
| Cholesterol | 7mg | 2% |
| Sodium | 22mg | 1% |
| Potassium | 91mg | 2% |
| Fiber | 1g | 4% |
| Sugar | 9g | 18% |
| Vitamin A | 56IU | 1% |
| Vitamin C | 1mg | 1% |
| Calcium | 47mg | 5% |
| Iron | 0.2mg | 1% |
* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet.