Low Fat Classic Brazilian Brigadeiro
Indulge in the rich, chocolatey goodness of Brazil’s favorite sweet treat with a healthy twist—our Low Fat Classic Brazilian Brigadeiro! This guilt-free version of the traditional dessert swaps in reduced-fat milk and light butter, while keeping all the luscious flavors you love. Made with sweetened condensed milk, unsweetened cocoa powder, and a dash of vanilla, these bite-sized delights come together in just 25 minutes of prep and cook time. Each silky-smooth, truffle-like ball is coated in chocolate sprinkles for a delightful crunch. Perfect for parties, holiday gatherings, or a midweek indulgence, these low-fat brigadeiros offer a delicious balance of creamy texture and rich chocolate flavor without the extra calories. Store them in your fridge for a week of irresistible snacking!
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 1 can (14 oz) sweetened condensed milk
- 3 tablespoons unsweetened cocoa powder
- 0.25 cup reduced-fat milk
- 2 tablespoons light butter
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 0.25 teaspoon salt
- 0.5 cup chocolate sprinkles
Instructions
In a medium non-stick saucepan, combine the sweetened condensed milk, unsweetened cocoa powder, reduced-fat milk, light butter, vanilla extract, and salt.
Stir the mixture over medium heat with a wooden spoon until the cocoa is well incorporated and there are no lumps.
Continue cooking, stirring constantly, for about 10-15 minutes, or until the mixture thickens and starts to pull away from the sides of the pan.
The mixture should be thick enough that you can see the bottom of the pan for a few seconds when you scrape the spoon through it.
Remove from heat and let the mixture cool slightly. Transfer it to a lightly greased plate or bowl and let it rest for 15-20 minutes until it's cool enough to handle.
Grease your hands lightly with non-stick cooking spray or a little bit of the light butter. Pinch off a small portion of the mixture and roll it into a ball about the size of a truffle.
Spread the chocolate sprinkles on a flat plate, and gently roll each ball in the sprinkles until fully coated.
Place the finished brigadeiros in mini cupcake liners or on a serving dish. Repeat with the remaining mixture.
Refrigerate for at least 20 minutes to firm up before serving. Store any leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to a week.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
1796 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 66.0 g | 85% | |
| Saturated Fat | 46.1 g | 231% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 1.4 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 170 mg | 57% | |
| Sodium | 1298 mg | 56% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 280.6 g | 102% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 5.8 g | 21% | |
| Total Sugars | 262.4 g | ||
| Protein | 36.9 g | 74% | |
| Vitamin D | 1.5 mcg | 7% | |
| Calcium | 1224 mg | 94% | |
| Iron | 3.3 mg | 18% | |
| Potassium | 1825 mg | 39% | |
*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.
