ReceptnaptárBrigadeiro (Brazilian chocolate truffle)
There is no Brazilian birthday without brigadeiros. These chocolate balls became famous in the 1940s, and their name recalls Brigadier Eduardo Gomes, a presidential candidate of the time. All you need is condensed milk, cocoa and butter, but the exact thickness matters: the mixture should fall slowly from the spoon in one piece and leave a trail on the bottom of the pan.
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Method
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- In a heavy-bottomed pot, combine the condensed milk, cocoa powder and butter; stir so the chocolate dissolves.
- Set over low heat and cook, stirring constantly so it doesn't clump.
- Keep stirring for 10-12 minutes, until the bottom of the pot is briefly visible when you drag the spoon through. The longer you cook it, the firmer the mixture gets.
- Let it cool.
- With buttered hands, shape into balls about 2 cm in diameter (you can also shape them with two tablespoons) and roll them in sprinkles.
Source: Wikibooks Cookbook – Brigadeiro (Brazilian Chocolate Fudge) (CC BY-SA 4.0), adapted and translated. This page is also licensed CC BY-SA 4.0.
Tips
- Stir the mixture over a low heat the whole time, because the sugar in the condensed milk burns easily and turns bitter.
- If the mixture is too soft to shape, put it in the fridge for 30 minutes. Buttered hands or a little oil will stop it sticking.
- Good-quality dark cocoa powder gives a deeper flavour. Served in paper cases, they look lovely on a festive table.
Frequently asked questions
How long do they keep?
5 days in a sealed container in the fridge, but take them out half an hour before serving, because they are creamier at room temperature.
What can I use instead of sprinkles?
You can roll them in ground walnuts, desiccated coconut or cocoa powder. Many flavoured versions are made in Brazil too.
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