Brazilian Chocolate Balls
Indulge in the rich, fudgy decadence of Brazilian Chocolate Balls, locally known as Brigadeiros—a classic Brazilian treat that's irresistibly simple to make yet delightfully luxurious. Crafted with just four pantry-friendly ingredients—sweetened condensed milk, cocoa powder, unsalted butter, and chocolate sprinkles—these bite-sized delights are perfect for any celebration or casual dessert craving. With a prep time of just 10 minutes and no baking required, this recipe combines ease with mouthwatering flavor. The secret lies in slowly cooking the mixture until it thickens to a velvety texture, then rolling it into smooth, chocolatey spheres coated in crunchy sprinkles. Ideal for parties, gift boxes, or an after-dinner indulgence, these creamy treats are sure to become a favorite in your dessert repertoire. Try them today and experience a true taste of Brazil!
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 1 can (14 ounces) sweetened condensed milk
- 3 tablespoons unsweetened cocoa powder
- 2 tablespoons unsalted butter
- 1 cup chocolate sprinkles
Instructions
In a medium saucepan, combine the sweetened condensed milk, cocoa powder, and unsalted butter.
Place the saucepan over medium heat and cook while stirring constantly to prevent burning.
Continue stirring for about 10-15 minutes, or until the mixture thickens and begins to pull away from the bottom of the pan when scraped with a spoon.
Remove the pan from heat and let the mixture cool to room temperature. You can transfer the mixture to a greased plate or shallow dish to speed up the cooling process.
Once the mixture has cooled, grease your hands lightly with butter to prevent sticking.
Scoop small portions of the mixture (about 1 tablespoon each) and roll them into smooth balls between your palms.
Pour the chocolate sprinkles onto a plate or shallow bowl and roll each ball in the sprinkles, ensuring they are fully coated.
Place the finished chocolate balls in mini cupcake liners or on a serving plate.
Repeat the process until all the mixture is used up and refrigerate the brigadeiros for at least 1 hour to firm up before serving.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
2159 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 92.6 g | 119% | |
| Saturated Fat | 66.4 g | 332% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 1.3 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 197 mg | 66% | |
| Sodium | 508 mg | 22% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 318.1 g | 116% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 0.0 g | 0% | |
| Total Sugars | 301.1 g | ||
| Protein | 31.6 g | 63% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.8 mcg | 4% | |
| Calcium | 1134 mg | 87% | |
| Iron | 0.8 mg | 4% | |
| Potassium | 1479 mg | 31% | |
*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.
