Brigadeiro

Brigadeiro is a popular Brazilian sweet that was created in the 1940s and named after Brigadeiro Eduardo Gomes, a Brazilian Air Force officer.

This is vegetarian and gluten free recipe. Dish can be prepared in 55 minutes. Even a beginner can handle preparing this dish. Number of ingredients: 4.

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Brigadeiro

Cooking Method: Stovetop Cuisine: Brazilian Courses: Anytime, Dessert Recipe Keys: Gluten Free Vegetarian

Difficulty: Beginner Prep Time 10 min Cook Time 15 min Rest Time 30 min Total Time 55 mins

Servings: 20 Calories: 2400

Best Season: Suitable throughout the year

Ingredients

Servings

• 1 can Condensed milk
• 2 tablespoon Unsweetened cocoa powder
• 1 tablespoon Unsalted butter
• 1 cup Chocolate sprinkles

Instructions

1. In a non-stick pan, combine the condensed milk, cocoa powder, and butter.
2. Cook over medium heat, stirring constantly, until the mixture thickens and starts to pull away from the sides of the pan (about 10-15 minutes).
3. Remove from heat and let it cool for a few minutes.
4. Grease your hands with butter and shape the mixture into small balls.
5. Roll the balls in chocolate sprinkles to coat.
6. Place the brigadeiros in paper cups or on a serving plate.
7. Let them rest for about 30 minutes before serving.

Nutrition Facts

Servings 20

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Amount Per Serving

Calories 120kcal

% Daily Value *

Total Fat 6g10%

Total Carbohydrate 15g5%

Sugars 12g

Protein 1g2%

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* The Percentage Daily Values are calculated from a 2,000 calorie diet. Your specific daily value may vary, depending on your individual calorie requirements.