Brazilian Brigadeiro

Do you love chocolate? How about truffles? If you answered yes to both of those questions, then you’re going to love this brigadeiro recipe! Brigadeiros are a Brazilian chocolate truffle that is made with condensed milk, butter, and cocoa powder. They are usually served at birthday parties or special occasions.

In this blog post, I will show you how to make these delicious chocolate treats from scratch.

So gather your ingredients and let’s get started!

Brigadeiro vs truffle

So what’s the difference between brigadeiros and truffles? The main difference is that brigadeiros are made with condensed milk, while truffles are made with chocolate ganache. Brigadeiros are also typically smaller in size, and they have a gooey texture. Truffles, on the other hand, are usually made with cream and have a softer texture.

Another difference is that brigadeiros are typically rolled in cocoa powder or sprinkles, while truffles can be rolled in a variety of things like nuts, candy, or even gold leaf!

Brigadeiro vs fudge

The main difference between brigadeiros and fudge is that brigadeiros are made with condensed milk, while fudge is made with sugar, butter and milk.

Brigadeiros are definitely easier to make than fudge. You don’t need a thermometer or mixer to make them, which makes them perfect for beginner cooks. All you need is a saucepan and a spoon.

Ingredients

• 400 g of sweetened condensed milk (1 can)
• 30 g of cocoa powder
• 15 g unsalted butter
• 70 g dark chocolate or chocolate sprinkles

How to make Brazilian Brigadeiro

Melt 15 grams of butter in a medium saucepan on medium heat.

Add 1 can of sweetened condensed milk and sift 30 g of cocoa powder.

Constantly stirring, boil the mass until the mass on the spatula will hold and will not drip from. This process takes 5-10 minutes.

If you feel that the mass begins to stick before it reaches the desired consistency – reduce the heat.

The texture of the brigadeiro depends on how much moisture is evaporated. You can boil the mass a little less and get a creamier texture, or a little longer and get a firmer, toffee-like texture like in the top right photo.

Turn off the fire, let the mass cool at room temperature for about 20 minutes, and then put it in the refrigerator for 1 hour.

At this time, grate 70 grams of dark chocolate on a coarse grater. The original version uses chocolate sprinkles. This is also a great option, but I like using chocolate here.

In fact, here you can show your imagination and use any products for external decorations. Cocoa powder, crumbled nuts, chocolate, or even dried fruit.

After an hour take the ready mass out of the fridge. Use a spoon to pick up a small amount of the mass and roll it into a ball between the palms of your hands.

I use a melon spoon (something like this). In my opinion, it is easier to use it to measure out equal amounts of mass and make the same size brigadeiro balls.

Next, simply roll the ball in grated chocolate (or whatever you’re using) and transfer to a plate. Repeat with the rest.

Another serving option is to place the finished brigadeiros in paper muffin forms.

How to store Brigadeiro

Classic brigadeiros are great kept at room temperature for up to 5 days. But in the case of this recipe, it is preferable to store in the refrigerator, so the chocolate is sure not to melt and leave no residue on your hands.

The brigadeiros can keep up to 2 weeks in the fridge, but you’ll probably eat them sooner.

You can also freeze them and store them in the freezer for up to 3 months. To do this, put the brigadeiro in an airtight container, cover and freeze. 5-6 hours before consumption, move the container from the freezer to the refrigerator to defrost. Or defrost for 1.5 to 2 hours at room temperature.

FAQ

Brazilian Brigadeiro

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Do you love chocolate? How about truffles? If you answered yes to both of those questions, then you're going to love this brigadeiro recipe! Brigadeiros are a Brazilian chocolate truffle that is made with condensed milk, butter, and cocoa powder. They are usually served at birthday parties or special occasions.

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CourseDessert

CuisineBrazilian

Prep Time0 minutes

Cook Time20 minutes

Chilling time1 hour 30 minutes

Total Time1 hour 50 minutes

Calories1879kcal

Equipment

• 1 Melon Spoon optional

Ingredients 

Metric - US Customary

• 400 g sweetened condensed milk 1 can
• 30 g cocoa powder
• 15 g unsalted butter
• 70 g dark chocolate or chocolate sprinkles

Instructions

• Melt 15 grams of butter in a medium saucepan on medium heat.
• Add 1 can of sweetened condensed milk and sift 30 g of cocoa powder.
• Constantly stirring, boil the mass until the mass on the spatula will hold and will not drip from. This process takes 5-10 minutes.
• Turn off the heat, let the mass cool at room temperature for about 20 minutes, and then put it in the refrigerator for 1 hour.
• At this time, grate 70 grams of dark chocolate on a coarse grater.
• After an hour take the ready mass out of the fridge. Use a spoon to pick up a small amount of the mass and roll it into a ball between the palms of your hands.
• Next, simply roll the ball in grated chocolate (or whatever you're using) and transfer to a plate. Repeat with the rest.

Nutrition

Calories: 1879 kcal | Carbohydrates: 267 g | Protein: 43 g | Fat: 81 g | Saturated Fat: 49 g | Trans Fat: 1 g | Cholesterol: 170 mg | Sodium: 530 mg | Potassium: 2444 mg | Fiber: 19 g | Sugar: 235 g | Vitamin A: 1470 IU | Vitamin C: 10 mg | Calcium: 1229 mg | Iron: 13 mg

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