Brigadeiro

Recipe View 5 mins Gather all ingredients and prepare your workspace. Lightly grease a plate or baking sheet with butter. (5 minutes)

Recipe View 2 mins In a medium, heavy-bottomed saucepan, combine the sweetened condensed milk, cocoa powder, and butter. (2 minutes)

Recipe View 20 mins Place the saucepan over medium-low heat. Cook, stirring constantly with a spatula or wooden spoon, ensuring to scrape the bottom and sides of the pan to prevent sticking and burning. (20 minutes)

Recipe View 5 mins Continue cooking and stirring until the mixture thickens significantly and begins to pull away from the sides of the pan, forming a soft, fudgy consistency. The mixture should be thick enough that when you drag your spatula through the center, the bottom of the pan is briefly visible. (5 minutes)

Recipe View 2 mins Transfer the brigadeiro mixture to the prepared greased plate or baking sheet. Spread it out into an even layer to help it cool more quickly. (2 minutes)

Recipe View 2 hrs Let the mixture cool completely at room temperature. This will take at least 2 hours, or you can refrigerate it for faster cooling (about 1 hour).

Recipe View 2 mins Once the mixture is firm enough to handle, lightly grease your hands with butter. Take a small spoonful of the brigadeiro mixture and roll it between your palms to form a smooth ball. (2 minutes)

Recipe View 5 mins Roll each ball in chocolate sprinkles, ensuring it's fully coated. (5 minutes)

Recipe View Place the coated brigadeiros in small paper candy cups or arrange them on a serving platter. Enjoy immediately, or chill them for a firmer texture.