Classic Chocolate Brigadeiros are delicious Brazilian treats made from sweetened condensed milk, cocoa powder, and butter, rolled in chocolate sprinkles.
Author:Lorenzo Bonucci
Prep Time:15 minutes
Cook Time:15 minutes
Total Time:1 hour
Yield:12 servings 1x
Category:Dessert
Method:Stovetop
Cuisine:Brazilian
Diet:Vegetarian
Ingredients
Scale
1 (14-ounce) can sweetened condensed milk
2 tablespoons unsweetened cocoa powder
2 tablespoons unsalted butter
Chocolate sprinkles (for rolling)
Instructions
In a medium saucepan, combine the sweetened condensed milk, cocoa powder, and unsalted butter.
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.
Remove the pan from heat and let the mixture cool for about 15 minutes.
Once cooled, grease your hands with a little butter and scoop out small portions of the mixture, rolling them into balls about 1 inch in diameter.
Roll each ball in chocolate sprinkles until fully coated.
Place the brigadeiros on a plate lined with parchment paper and refrigerate for at least 30 minutes to set.
Notes
For a different flavor, try adding a teaspoon of vanilla extract or a pinch of sea salt to the mixture before cooking.
Experiment with different coatings such as crushed nuts, shredded coconut, or powdered sugar for a unique twist.