Brigadeiros

Dame Natalia Middleton

Brigadeiros (Brazilian Chocolate Truffles)

A typical Brazilian sweet treat that's perfect for any occasion. 

Feel free to try out the different combinations suggested below.

Ingredients

I can condensed milk (397g)

1 Tbsp Cocoa

1 Tbsp butter

Cocoa powder, desiccated coconut or chocolate sprinkles for decorating

Method

1. Add the first 3 ingredients to a saucepan and stir on medium heat until the mixture is not sticking to the bottom of the pan.

2. Transfer to a dish and let cool for at least 1 hour.

3. Grease your hands with butter and, using a teaspoon, roll the mixture into balls and then coat with the powder, coconut or sprinkles.

4. The final Brigadeiro should be a soft, toffee texture.

5. You can switch out the 1 Tbsp cocoa powder for:

   Parmesan (a sweet/salty combo)

   Coconut

   Pistachio

6. You can also place different berries or grapes in the middle of the mix before rolling them into a ball (grapes, strawberries, blueberries etc.)

7. Roll the outside in coconut, crushed pistachios or other nuts, or different sprinkles.