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Brigadeiros with shredded coconut on a white surface and pink background.

Easy Brigadeiro Recipe

Josefina Almond Yes
These homemade brigadeiros are always a crowd-pleaser. They're super easy to make, naturally gluten-free, and take 4 ingredients! The sweet treats are made with sweetened condensed milk, cocoa powder, butter, and shredded coconut for a twist. These bite-sized treats are rich, fudgy, and perfect for birthdays, parties, or a quick homemade dessert.
5 from 1 vote
Prep Time 5 minutes
Cook Time 12 minutes
Total Time 17 minutes
Course Desserts
Cuisine International
Servings 18 brigadeiros

Ingredients
  

  • 1 can sweetened condensed milk (14 ounces)
  • 2 tbsp unsalted butter (27g)
  • 3 tbsp cocoa powder (30g)
  • 1/4 cup shredded coconut

Instructions
 

  • Butter a bowl and set it aside.
  • Heat the sweetened condensed milk, unsalted butter, and cocoa powder over medium-low heat in a deep saucepan.
  • Mix and stir constantly with a wooden spoon until thick. This process takes about 12 minutes; you can’t get distracted because it can burn easily. It’s ready when you stir, and the mixture separates from the saucepan, or you tilt the saucepan and don't stick, and it separates.
  • Pour the mixture into the prepared bowl and let it cool at room temperature.
  • When the mixture is completely cold, roll the balls in the shredded coconut or chocolate sprinkles. To prevent sticking, lightly butter your hands.
  • Store brigadeiros covered in the fridge.

Notes

Store brigadeiros covered in the fridge for up to 5 days.
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