Docinho De Nozes Walnut Candies
Delight your taste buds with Docinho de Nozes, traditional Brazilian walnut candies that are as elegant as they are indulgent. These bite-sized treats combine the rich creaminess of sweetened condensed milk with the nutty depth of ground walnuts, all cooked into a soft, fudge-like dough that melts in your mouth. Rolled in granulated sugar for a touch of sparkle and topped with a crunchy walnut half, these no-bake candies are as visually stunning as they are delicious. Perfect for holidays, celebrations, or a sweet indulgence any day, these easy homemade sweets come together in just 15 minutes of prep time. Whether served on a party platter or wrapped as gifts, Docinho de Nozes is sure to impress with its irresistible combination of textures and flavors.
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 1 can (14 oz) sweetened condensed milk
- 1 cup ground walnuts
- 1 tablespoon unsalted butter
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 1 cup granulated sugar
- 30 pieces walnut halves
Instructions
In a medium saucepan, combine the sweetened condensed milk, ground walnuts, and unsalted butter.
Cook the mixture over medium heat, stirring constantly with a wooden spoon or silicone spatula to prevent sticking and burning.
Continue cooking for about 15-20 minutes, or until the mixture thickens and pulls away from the sides of the pan. The texture should be similar to soft dough.
Remove the saucepan from heat and stir in the vanilla extract.
Transfer the mixture to a lightly greased plate or dish and let it cool completely, about 30 minutes.
Once cooled, grease your hands lightly with butter and roll the mixture into small balls, roughly 1 inch in diameter.
Roll each candy ball in granulated sugar to coat evenly.
Place a walnut half on top of each ball, pressing gently to adhere.
Arrange the candies in mini paper wrappers or on a serving dish.
Store the candies in an airtight container at room temperature for up to 3 days, or refrigerate for up to a week.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
3435 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 174.8 g | 224% | |
| Saturated Fat | 41.1 g | 206% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 1.3 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 166 mg | 55% | |
| Sodium | 509 mg | 22% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 442.9 g | 161% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 13.0 g | 46% | |
| Total Sugars | 422.1 g | ||
| Protein | 62.3 g | 125% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.8 mcg | 4% | |
| Calcium | 1299 mg | 100% | |
| Iron | 6.2 mg | 34% | |
| Potassium | 2327 mg | 50% | |
*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.
