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Brigadeiro
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Prep Time:
15m
Yield:
Makes 15-18
Plan for:
30 minutes chill time
Brigadeiros, also known as negrinhos are a Brazilian truffle made with cocoa powder, butter, and sweetened condensed milk, and then rolled in powdered sugar. Brigadeiros have a rich, chocolatey flavor and a fudgy texture. They are typically served at room temperature and are often enjoyed as a dessert or a sweet snack. Brigadeiros are super simple to make, but look impressive. Brigadeiros are perfect for entertaining, impressive for the holidays, and even better paired with wine.
Los brigadeiros, también conocidos como negrinhos, son una trufa brasileña hecha de cacao y leche condensada azucarada, enrollada en azúcar en polvo. Los brigadeiros son súper simples de hacer, pero realmente se ven impresionantes. Los brigadeiros son perfectos para las fiestas y aún mejor para acompañar con vino.
Products Used
Ingredients
- 1 can (14 oz) sweetened condensed milk
- 1/3 cup unsweetened cocoa powder
- 2 tablespoons unsalted butter
- 1/4 teaspoon salt
- 1/2 cup Imperial Sugar Confectioners Powdered Sugar
- Nonstick spray
Directions
- In saucepan over medium heat combine sweetened condensed milk, unsweetened cocoa powder, butter, and salt.
- Cook, stirring occasionally until mixture thickens and begins to pull away from sides of saucepan, about 10 minutes.
- Remove from heat, transfer to a bowl, cover with plastic wrap and place in fridge to chill for 30 minutes or overnight.
- Spread powdered sugar on a plate. Lightly spray hand with nonstick cooking spray. With a spoon scoop out heaping tablespoon of chocolate mixture and with hands roll into smooth ball, then roll into powdered sugar until lightly coated.
- Place Brigadeiro on plate, chill until ready to serve.
Imperial Sugar Insight
Brigadeiros are named after Brigadeiro Eduardo Gomes, a Brazilian Air Force officer who ran for president in 1945. The sweet became popular during his campaign, and it has since become a beloved treat throughout Brazil. Today, brigadeiros are enjoyed around the world, and variations of the recipe can be found in many countries.
Recipe developed for Imperial Sugar by Vianney Rodriguez @sweetlifebake.com.
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