Chocolate Brigadeiro Recipe (Brazilian Truffles)
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Chocolate Brigadeiro Recipe (Brazilian Truffles)
Description
The Chocolate Brigadeiro starts with a mixture of sweetened condensed milk, unsweetened cocoa powder, butter, and salt, cooked over medium heat while stirring constantly. The cooking transforms the ingredients into a thick, smooth fudge dough. The patience in stirring prevents burning and encourages the right texture.
After cooling to room temperature, the fudge becomes firm enough to shape into small, two-teaspoon balls. These are traditionally coated in jimmies (sprinkles), providing a slightly crunchy exterior and a festive appearance.
Brigadeiros are served cold or at room temperature and are popular treats for parties and celebrations. Their compact size makes them easy to serve and enjoy.
According to the notes, brigadeiros store well in the refrigerator for up to two weeks and freeze well if flash frozen first. Optional flavor additions like vanilla, coffee, or cinnamon can be used to vary the flavor.
Ingredients
- 28 ounces sweetened condensed milk 2 cans
- ½ cup cocoa powder unsweetened
- ¼ cup butter
- 1 teaspoon salt
- 5 ounces jimmies sprinkles
- Optional Add-Ins: ½ teaspoon vanilla coffee, rum, coconut, or peppermint extract, ½ teaspoon cayenne pepper or cinnamon
Instructions
- Set a large wide pot over medium heat. Add the sweetened condensed milk, cocoa powder, butter and salt. Mix well.
- Cook the fudge, stirring consistently, so the condensed milk doesn’t burn, for 12-18 minutes. The fudge will thicken from a thin brownie-like batter to a thick fudgy dough texture. Once it’s very thick, remove from heat.
- Allow the fudge to cool and thicken to room temperature.
- Set out 45 mini cupcake liners on a rimmed baking sheet. Pour the sprinkles into a shallow dish.
- Butter your hands so the fudge doesn’t stick. Portion out 2 teaspoon balls of fudge and roll tightly in your hands. Then dunk the fudge ball in the sprinkles and shake the pan to coat the ball on all sides.
- Place the coated fudge ball in a paper liner. Repeat, repeat, repeat. Once all the fudge balls are formed and coated in sprinkles, place the baking sheet in the refrigerator to help the balls set.
Notes
- Serve brigadeiros cold or at room temperature for best texture.
- Store in the refrigerator in an airtight container for up to two weeks.
- For long-term storage, flash freeze brigadeiros on a baking sheet, then transfer to a sealed bag for up to three months.
- Butter hands before rolling fudge to prevent sticking and ensure smooth shaping.
Nutrition Information
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Serving: 45truffles
Amount Per Serving
Calories 81 kcal
% Daily Value*
| Serving | 1ball | |
| Calories | 81kcal | 4% |
| Carbohydrates | 13g | 4% |
| Protein | 2g | 4% |
| Fat | 3g | 5% |
| Saturated Fat | 2g | 10% |
| Trans Fat | 1g | 50% |
| Cholesterol | 9mg | 3% |
| Sodium | 83mg | 3% |
| Potassium | 80mg | 2% |
| Fiber | 1g | 4% |
| Sugar | 12g | 24% |
| Vitamin A | 79IU | 2% |
| Vitamin C | 1mg | 1% |
| Calcium | 52mg | 5% |
| Iron | 1mg | 6% |
* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet.
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