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RCI-BV.003.0050.001

Brigadeiro

is a simple Brazilian chocolate fudge candy created in the 1920s. It is named after Brazilian airman

Prep15 min
Cook30 min
Total45 min
Servings4
Difficultybeginner

Ingredients

  • of condensed milk (395g)
    1 can
  • of cocoa powder
    3 tablespoons
  • packet of chocolate sprinkles
    1 unit
  • of butter
    1 tablespoon

Method

1
In a heavy saucepan, mix the milk, cocoa and butter. Stir to dissolve the chocolate.
2
Put over low heat and stir constantly with a wooden spoon.
3
Continue stirring until you are able to see the bottom of the pot when you tilt the pan - the mixture should slide quickly. This should take 10-12 minutes.
4
Transfer to a greased plate.
5
Allow to cool.
6
Butter your hands and roll the mixture into small balls (around 2cm in diameter) and roll them over the chocolate sprinkles.