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Brigadeiro Recipe

Brigadeiro Recipe

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Indulge in the rich, fudgy goodness of Brigadeiro, a beloved Brazilian chocolate truffle that promises to elevate any occasion. These delightful sweets are made with just a few simple ingredients—sweetened condensed milk, butter, and dark chocolate—making them an easy and fun treat to whip up at home. Perfect for parties, celebrations, or as a sweet snack, Brigadeiros can be customized with various toppings like sprinkles, nuts, or coconut to suit your taste. Enjoy the hands-on experience of rolling these truffles with family or friends; they’re sure to impress!

  • Total Time: 25 minutes
  • Yield: Approximately 20 servings 1x

Ingredients

Scale
  • 1 can Sweetened Condensed Milk (14oz / 397g)
  • 1 tbsp Unsalted Butter (14g)
  • 3.4 oz Dark Chocolate (100g)
  • Vermicelli (or other toppings for decoration)

Instructions

  1. In a saucepan, combine broken pieces of dark chocolate, butter, and sweetened condensed milk over medium-low heat. Stir constantly until melted and thickened.
  2. Continue cooking until the mixture allows you to draw a line that takes about 2 seconds to fill back in (approximately 10 minutes).
  3. Transfer the mixture to a bowl, cover with plastic wrap, and cool until it’s no longer hot; then refrigerate until fully chilled.
  4. Once cooled, scoop out portions (about the size of a walnut) and roll into balls using your hands.
  5. Roll the truffles in vermicelli or your choice of toppings and place in paper liners for serving.
  • Author: Diary
  • Prep Time: 15 minutes
  • Cook Time: 10 minutes
  • Category: Dessert
  • Method: No-bake
  • Cuisine: Brazilian

Nutrition

  • Serving Size: 1 serving
  • Calories: 70
  • Sugar: 9g
  • Sodium: 20mg
  • Fat: 4g
  • Saturated Fat: 2g
  • Unsaturated Fat: 2g
  • Trans Fat: 0g
  • Carbohydrates: 8g
  • Fiber: 0g
  • Protein: 1g
  • Cholesterol: 5mg