Brigadeiro
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The Tale of Brigadeiro
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Brigadeiro, a fudgy condensed milk and cocoa truffle, is said to have been created in the 1940s to support the presidential campaign of Brigadier Eduardo Gomes, whose military rank gave the sweet its name. It has since become the default treat at nearly every Brazilian birthday party.
Ingredients
Scale:· 20 servings
- 1 can (14 oz) sweetened condensed milk
- 3 tablespoons unsweetened cocoa powder
- 1 tablespoon butter, plus more for hands
- Chocolate sprinkles, for coating
Instructions
- 1In a saucepan over medium-low heat, combine condensed milk, cocoa powder, and butter.
- 2Stir constantly for 10-12 minutes until the mixture thickens and pulls away from the sides of the pan.
- 3Pour the mixture onto a greased plate and let cool completely, about 1 hour.
- 4Grease your hands with butter and roll the mixture into small balls.
- 5Roll each ball in chocolate sprinkles to coat.
- 6Place in mini paper cups and serve.
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