Brigadeiro

Method

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1. Put the condensed milk, sifted cocoa, butter and salt in a heavy non-stick pan.

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2. Cook over a low heat, stirring constantly with a wooden spoon, for 12 minutes.

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3. Scrape the base and the corners the whole time so nothing catches.

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4. Test it: drag the spoon across the base. When the mixture parts and stays parted for 2 seconds, it is done.

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5. Scrape onto a buttered plate and spread it out.

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6. Cool completely at room temperature, about 1 hour. Do not refrigerate.

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7. Butter your hands lightly.

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8. Take teaspoons of the mixture and roll into balls between your palms.

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9. Roll each ball in the sprinkles until completely coated.

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10. Set in small paper cases and serve at room temperature.

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Chef’s Tips

• The two-second spoon track is the only reliable test.
• Cool at room temperature, never in the fridge.
• Butter your hands or you will fight it.

Pairing Suggestions

• A birthday party
• Strong coffee
• Beijinhos

Storage & Reheating

Keeps 5 days in a tin at room temperature.

Common questions

Nutritional Highlights

Per serving, calculated from the ingredient list. Treat these as an estimate — brands and cuts vary.