Best 7 Brazilian Brigadeiro Microwave Recipes

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Indulge in the delectable Brazilian Brigadeiro, a heavenly treat that will tantalize your taste buds and transport you to the vibrant streets of Brazil. This iconic confection is a delightful blend of rich chocolate, creamy condensed milk, and a hint of butter, resulting in a luscious, truffle-like texture that melts in your mouth.

Unleash your inner chef and embark on a culinary journey with our curated collection of Brigadeiro recipes. Dive into the classic Brigadeiro de Chocolate, a timeless favorite that showcases the true essence of this Brazilian gem. For a delightful twist, try the Brigadeiro de Coco, where the sweetness of coconut harmoniously blends with the chocolate, creating a symphony of flavors.

If you're seeking a touch of indulgence, the Brigadeiro de Nutella is a must-try. This decadent variation incorporates the velvety smoothness of Nutella, resulting in a dessert that is both rich and irresistible. And for those with a penchant for unique culinary experiences, the Brigadeiro de Paçoca will surprise your palate with its blend of chocolate and peanut, an unexpected yet delightful combination that is sure to leave a lasting impression.

So, gather your ingredients, prepare your taste buds, and embark on this culinary adventure. Recreate the magic of Brazilian Brigadeiro in your own kitchen and savor the moment as you relish each bite of these delightful treats.

Let's cook with our recipes!

TRIO OF BRIGADEIROS



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A brigadeiro is a traditional Brazilian sweet that is made with cocoa powder and sweetened condensed milk, then covered in sprinkles. These stay true to the classic Brazilian recipe, along with two favorite alternative topping options, coconut and cocoa powder. These treats are quite sweet, almost like a chocolate caramel, but the cocoa powder and toasted coconut will temper some of the sweetness.

Provided by Ree Drummond : Food Network

Categories     dessert

Time 1h45m

Yield 24 to 26 brigadeiros

Number Of Ingredients 8

Nonstick cooking spray, for the dish
3 tablespoons salted butter
One 14-ounce can sweetened condensed milk
2/3 cup unsweetened cocoa powder
Pinch kosher salt
1/4 cup toasted coconut
1/4 cup rainbow sprinkles
1/4 cup cocoa powder

Steps:

  • Spray a shallow dish with cooking spray and set aside. Melt the butter in a saucepan over medium-low heat. When the butter has melted, whisk in the condensed milk, cocoa powder and salt until well combined. Cook over a medium-low heat, stirring constantly with a wooden spoon or heatproof spatula, until the mixture becomes thick and starts to pull away from the bottom and sides of the pan, 7 to 15 minutes.
  • Pour the mixture onto the prepared dish and spread it out so it cools quickly. DO NOT touch the mixture with your hands at this point-it is VERY hot. If you are having trouble spreading, use a rubber spatula or spoon. (It doesn't need to look perfect.) Refrigerate until cool enough to comfortably handle, about 1 hour to 70 minutes. (The colder the mixture, the easier the next steps will be.)
  • Place the coconut, sprinkles and cocoa powder in separate shallow bowls. Take a tablespoon of the candy mixture and form into a ball. Place the ball on a sheet pan. Continue forming the balls and placing on the sheet pan until all of the mixture is used; you should have 24 to 28 small balls. Once all the balls are prepared, roll each in one of the desired coatings, pressing the flaked coconut and sprinkles coatings so they stick. Place each coated ball in a little paper cup. Serve immediately or refrigerate until ready to eat.

BRIGADEIRO



Brigadeiro image

Try the Brazilian treat called brigadeiro, a festive three-ingredient fudge. Roll in sprinkles and serve in bite-size pieces-or in individual spoons-for a crowd-pleasing treat.

Provided by Food Network Kitchen

Categories     dessert

Time 1h20m

Yield about 12 pieces

Number Of Ingredients 4

One 14-ounce can sweetened condensed milk
3 tablespoons unsweetened cocoa powder
1 tablespoon unsalted butter
1/3 cup sprinkles

Steps:

  • Combine the condensed milk, cocoa powder and butter in a small saucepan and cook over medium-low heat, whisking constantly, until very thick, 10 to 15 minutes. Let cool to room temperature, then roll into twelve 1-inch balls and dip in sprinkles. Alternatively, scoop out spoonfuls (leave in the spoon) and dip the top portion in sprinkles.

BRIGADEIRO



Brigadeiro image

There is a great Brazilian sweet that is like a bonbon and extremely scrumptious and delicious called brigadeiro! This is a great type of sweet that is loved here in Brazil! Try it! You can make it in the microwave too, just remember to stir every minute.

Provided by ROMINA_BR

Categories     World Cuisine Recipes     Latin American     South American     Brazilian

Time 45m

Yield 20

Number Of Ingredients 3

3 tablespoons unsweetened cocoa
1 tablespoon butter
1 (14 ounce) can sweetened condensed milk

Steps:

  • In a medium saucepan over medium heat, combine cocoa, butter and condensed milk. Cook, stirring, until thickened, about 10 minutes. Remove from heat and let rest until cool enough to handle. Form into small balls and eat at once or chill until serving.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 69.9 calories, Carbohydrate 11.1 g, Cholesterol 8.2 mg, Fat 2.4 g, Fiber 0.3 g, Protein 1.7 g, SaturatedFat 1.5 g, Sodium 29.2 mg, Sugar 10.7 g

BRIGADEIROS



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The Brazilian sweets known as brigadeiros are a classic treat at birthday parties and family get-togethers, where the fudgy, chocolate-milk caramels are often rolled in sprinkles. The chef Natalia Pereira of Woodspoon in Los Angeles also makes more grownup, bittersweet brigadeiros by rolling them in cocoa powder or shredded coconut. Try her recipe, which she learned from her mother in Minas Gerais, Brazil, using either canned condensed milk or a homemade version. Either way, the candies will be tender and delicious.

Provided by Tejal Rao

Categories     snack, candies, dessert

Time 1h30m

Yield About 24 pieces

Number Of Ingredients 7

5 cups whole milk
1 cup granulated sugar
2 teaspoons unsalted butter, plus more for greasing your hands
1 3/4 cups homemade sweetened condensed milk or 1 (14-ounce) can sweetened condensed milk
5 tablespoons unsweetened Dutch-process cocoa powder, sifted
Pinch of flaky sea salt
1 cup chocolate or rainbow sprinkles

Steps:

  • If using store-bought condensed milk, skip to Step 2. If making the sweetened condensed milk from scratch, add the milk and sugar to a large saucepan. Heat over medium-low, and simmer, stirring occasionally and scraping the sides and bottom of the pan with a spatula, for about 30 to 40 minutes. When the milk reduces to about 1 3/4 cups, thickens to a syrup texture and turns slightly yellow, it is ready.
  • Prepare the brigadeiros: Melt the butter in a heavy skillet over low heat. Add the condensed milk, cocoa powder and salt, and whisk until no trace of cocoa remains, about 5 minutes.
  • Turn the heat up to medium, and use a heatproof spatula to stir the mixture constantly until it becomes thick and shiny and pulls away from the bottom of the pan as a mass when you drag the spatula across it, about 7 minutes. If you're not sure the mixture is ready, take 1/2 teaspoon of it and run it under cold water. When it's cool enough to touch, squish it with your fingers - it should be the texture of a soft and fudgy caramel.
  • Scrape all of the mixture onto a piece of parchment paper, and let it cool down until it's easy to handle, about 30 minutes. Lightly butter your hands, and use them to shape a scant tablespoon of the mixture into a ball or rough cube, then roll it in the sprinkles. Place each one on a paper wrapper, if you like. The brigadeiros will keep in the fridge for 1 week, or in the freezer for 1 month. Serve chilled or at room temperature.

CLASSIC BRIGADEIROS RECIPE BY TASTY



Classic Brigadeiros Recipe by Tasty image

Here's what you need: butter, sweetened condensed milk, cocoa powder, chocolate sprinkle

Provided by Robin Broadfoot

Categories     Desserts

Yield 8 servings

Number Of Ingredients 4

1 tablespoon butter
14 oz sweetened condensed milk
¼ cup cocoa powder
1 cup chocolate sprinkle, as needed

Steps:

  • In a pot over low heat, melt the butter, condensed milk, and cocoa powder, stirring continuously until you can see the bottom of the pot for 2-3 seconds when dragging a spatula through.
  • Pour onto a greased plate, then chill for 1 hour.
  • Shape and roll the chilled mixture into balls.
  • Roll the balls in chocolate sprinkles.
  • Enjoy!

Nutrition Facts : Calories 259 calories, Carbohydrate 38 grams, Fat 10 grams, Fiber 0 grams, Protein 4 grams, Sugar 34 grams

BRAZILIAN CHOCOLATE TRUFFLES - BRIGADEIRO



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Roll up these traditional South American sweets and coat in traditional pistachio nut, almond and coconut crumble

Provided by Jennifer Joyce

Categories     Treat

Time 55m

Yield Makes 18

Number Of Ingredients 7

3 tbsp unsalted butter , plus a little extra
400g tin sweetened condensed milk
4 tbsp cocoa powder
1 tsp vanilla extract
50g toasted chopped pistachio
50g flaked almond
50g desiccated coconut

Steps:

  • In a medium heavy-based saucepan, heat the butter, condensed milk, a pinch of salt and the cocoa, to boiling, stirring constantly with a wooden spoon. Reduce the heat to medium-low; cook for 10-15 mins, stirring constantly, until the mixture is thick and shiny and starts to pull away from the bottom.
  • Stir in the vanilla and vigorously mix again. Pour the mixture onto a buttered plate. Chill for at least 2 hrs.
  • Butter your hands and pinch off some of the dough to make 2.5cm balls. Place your toppings into small bowls and roll the balls of one of the decorations. Place in mini paper baking cups or on a tray lined with non-stick baking paper.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 149 calories, Fat 9 grams fat, SaturatedFat 5 grams saturated fat, Carbohydrate 13 grams carbohydrates, Sugar 12 grams sugar, Fiber 1 grams fiber, Protein 4 grams protein, Sodium 0.1 milligram of sodium

BRAZILIAN BRIGADEIRO



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This candy is named after a renowned Brazilian politician of the 1920's, Brigadeiro Eduardo Gomes. He was an Air Force brigadier general who first gained notoriety for playing a part in quashing a communist coup in Rio. He later ran unsuccessfully for the presidency in 1946 and 1950, during a brief breeze of democracy which blew after WWII in Brazil. The name of the candy is that of his rank, Brigadeiro. Now, why would anyone name candy after an army general? Well, back in 1922, he was tall, dark-haired with blue eyes. AND SINGLE!!! The Brigadeiro campaign slogan was "Vote no Brigadeiro que é bonito e é solteiro". Or the other version "Brigadeiro Brigadeiro, e melhor porque e solteiro". Today, brigadeiro candy is a must have in any birthday party and kids love them.

Provided by Chef Momo Brazil

Categories     Candy

Time 1h

Yield 20 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 4

1 (14 ounce) can sweetened condensed milk
1 tablespoon margarine
3 tablespoons cocoa powder
chocolate sprinkles, to decorate (or jimmies)

Steps:

  • PREPARE:.
  • Cook over medium-low heat, stir vigorously the sweetened condensed milk, margarine and cocoa powder.
  • Cook the mixture until it thickens enough to show the pan bottom during stirring.
  • Pour the mixture in a greased dish and let it cool to room temperature. Take small amounts of the mixture with a teaspoon and make 1 ½ inch balls.
  • Roll the balls over chocolate jimmies to decorate.
  • Hint: Grease your hands with margarine to make the balls easily.
  • If the balls don't hold the shape and flat down like coins, it means that you did not cook enough. Cook additional five minutes, take a small sample and dip it in a glass with cold water. If you cooked enough, this sample should hold the shape after cooling down in the water.
  • The cheapest , low grade sweetened condensed milk is the best to make the brigadeiro because they have more starch on them, which helps the candy to hold the shape.
  • In US, buy the sweet condensed milk from the Walmart brand "Great Value", cook this brand for 20 minutes in medium heat stirring continuously and your brigadeiro is with the right consistency.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 70.6, Fat 2.4, SaturatedFat 1.3, Cholesterol 6.8, Sodium 32, Carbohydrate 11.3, Fiber 0.3, Sugar 10.8, Protein 1.7

Tips:

  • To make the brigadeiro even more flavorful, use high-quality chocolate. A semisweet or bittersweet chocolate with a cocoa content of at least 60% is a good choice.
  • If you don't have a microwave, you can make brigadeiro on the stovetop. Simply heat the condensed milk, butter, and chocolate in a saucepan over low heat, stirring constantly until the mixture thickens and pulls away from the sides of the pan.
  • Brigadeiro can be made ahead of time and stored in the refrigerator for up to 2 weeks. When you're ready to serve, let it come to room temperature for 30 minutes.
  • Brigadeiro can be served in a variety of ways. You can spoon it into individual cups or bowls, roll it into balls and coat it in chocolate sprinkles, or use it as a filling for cakes and pastries.

Conclusion:

Brigadeiro is a delicious and versatile Brazilian dessert that is perfect for any occasion. It is easy to make and can be customized to your own taste. Whether you like it simple or dressed up, brigadeiro is sure to please everyone.

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