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Brigadeiro Recipe
A classic Brazilian sweet treat made with condensed milk, cocoa powder, and butter.
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Prep Time
5
mins
Cook Time
10
mins
Total Time
15
mins
Course
Dessert
Cuisine
Brazilian
Servings
20
pieces
Calories
90
kcal
Equipment
Saucepan
Wooden Spoon
Plate
Butter or margarine
Ingredients:
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Main Ingredients
1
can
Sweetened condensed milk
2
tbsp
Unsweetened cocoa powder
2
tbsp
Butter
1
cup
Chocolate sprinkles
Instructions:
1. In a saucepan, combine the condensed milk, cocoa powder, and butter.
2. Cook over medium heat, stirring constantly, until the mixture thickens and starts to pull away from the sides of the pan.
3. Remove from heat and let it cool slightly.
4. Grease your hands with butter and roll the mixture into small balls.
5. Roll the balls in chocolate sprinkles to coat.
6. Place the brigadeiros on a plate and let them cool completely before serving.
Notes:
For a twist, you can use different types of sprinkles or even nuts for coating.
Nutrition value:
Calories:
90
kcal
Carbohydrates:
14
g
Protein:
1
g
Fat:
3
g
Saturated Fat:
2
g
Monounsaturated Fat:
1
g
Cholesterol:
10
mg
Sodium:
30
mg
Potassium:
100
mg
Sugar:
12
g
Vitamin A:
50
IU
Calcium:
50
mg
Iron:
0.5
mg
Keywords:
Keyword
Brazilian dessert, Brigadeiro, Chocolate
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