Brigadeiro
Rich and fudgy Brazilian chocolate truffles made with condensed milk, cocoa powder, and butter. A beloved dessert perfect for parties and celebrations.
- Total time
- 20 min
- Servings
- 24
- Calories
- 95
- Protein
- 1g

Ingredients
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Step 1
Combine condensed milk, cocoa powder, and butter in a heavy-bottomed saucepan over medium heat.
Step 2
Stir constantly for 8-10 minutes until the mixture thickens and pulls away from the sides of the pan.
Step 3
Remove from heat and stir in vanilla extract. Let cool for 5 minutes.
Step 4
Butter your hands lightly and scoop small portions of the mixture (about 1 teaspoon each) into balls.
Step 5
Roll each ball in chocolate sprinkles and place on parchment paper.
Step 6
Refrigerate for 30 minutes before serving.
Tools you’ll need
- heavy-bottomed saucepan
- wooden spoon
- parchment paper
- small spoon or cookie scoop
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