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Authentic Brazilian Brigadeiro: The Ultimate Chocolate Fudge Balls

This traditional brigadeiro recipe transforms just three main ingredients - condensed milk, cocoa powder, and butter - into delectable fudgy chocolate balls rolled in chocolate sprinkles. A staple at Brazilian celebrations, these sweet treats are surprisingly easy to make at home!
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 10 minutes
Total Time 25 minutes
Servings: 20 brigadeiros
Course: Dessert
Cuisine: Brazilian, South American
Calories: 70
Ingredients Method Nutrition

Ingredients
  

  • 1 14 ounce can sweetened condensed milk
  • 3 tablespoons unsweetened cocoa powder
  • 1 tablespoon butter plus extra for greasing your hands
  • 1 cup chocolate sprinkles for rolling
  • Optional: 1/2 teaspoon vanilla extract

Method
 

  1. Gather all ingredients and measure them out before starting.
  2. In a medium non-stick saucepan, combine the sweetened condensed milk, cocoa powder, and butter.
  3. Place the saucepan over medium-low heat and stir constantly with a wooden spoon. This prevents burning and ensures even cooking.
  4. Continue cooking and stirring for about 10 minutes, or until the mixture thickens and you can see the bottom of the pan when dragging your spoon through it.
  5. To test if it's ready: tilt the pan slightly - the mixture should pull away from the sides as a single mass.
  6. Remove from heat and transfer to a plate greased with butter or a shallow dish. Let cool to room temperature (about 30 minutes).
  7. Once cooled, butter your hands lightly and take small portions of the mixture (about 1 tablespoon each).
  8. Roll between your palms to form small balls about 1-inch in diameter.
  9. Place chocolate sprinkles on a plate and roll each brigadeiro in the sprinkles until completely coated.
  10. Arrange the finished brigadeiros in small paper candy cups.
  11. Refrigerate for at least 30 minutes before serving for the best texture.

Nutrition

Calories: 70kcalCarbohydrates: 11gProtein: 2gFat: 2gSaturated Fat: 2gSodium: 29mgSugar: 11g
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