Best 14 Brigadeiros Recipes

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Indulge in the delightful world of Brigadeiros, the iconic Brazilian dessert that has captivated taste buds worldwide. These exquisite treats are crafted with just a few simple ingredients, yet they deliver an explosion of flavors and textures that will leave you craving more. Discover the art of making Brigadeiros with our comprehensive guide, featuring three irresistible variations: the Classic Brigadeiro, the Gourmet Brigadeiro, and the Brigadeiro de Colher.

1. **Classic Brigadeiro:** This traditional recipe forms the foundation of all Brigadeiros. It combines condensed milk, butter, and cocoa powder to create a rich, fudgy center enveloped in a delicate chocolate coating.

2. **Gourmet Brigadeiro:** Elevate your Brigadeiro experience with this decadent variation. Gourmet Brigadeiros incorporate premium ingredients like dark chocolate, sea salt, and nuts to create a symphony of flavors that will impress even the most discerning palate.

3. **Brigadeiro de Colher:** Experience the irresistible charm of Brigadeiro in its creamiest form. Brigadeiro de Colher is served directly from the spoon, showcasing a velvety texture and an intense chocolate flavor that will transport you to dessert heaven.

Prepare to tantalize your taste buds with these exquisite Brigadeiro recipes. Whether you're a seasoned baker or a novice in the kitchen, our step-by-step instructions and helpful tips will guide you towards creating these delectable treats with confidence. So, gather your ingredients, don your apron, and let's embark on a culinary journey to the heart of Brazil!

Here are our top 14 tried and tested recipes!

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

TRIO OF BRIGADEIROS



Trio of Brigadeiros image

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.

BRIGADEIROS



Brigadeiros image

Somewhere between a fudgy chocolate truffle and a Tootsie Roll is the Brazilian confection known as the brigadeiro. The recipe is so dead simple it can hardly be called a recipe, and the possibilities are endless as far as decorating them goes.

Provided by Shauna Sever

Categories     HarperCollins     Candy     Chocolate     snack     Kid-Friendly     Wheat/Gluten-Free     Dessert     Valentine's Day     Small Plates

Yield Makes about 2 dozen 1-inch candies

Number Of Ingredients 6

1 1/4 cups (14 ounces/397 grams) sweetened condensed milk
1/3 cup (1 1/8 ounces/32 grams) unsweetened natural cocoa powder
2 tablespoons (1 ounce/28 grams) unsalted butter, cut into small pieces
1/8 teaspoon fine sea salt
1/4 teaspoon pure vanilla extract
Chocolate sprinkles, grated chocolate, cocoa powder, or other creative coatings

Steps:

  • Lightly grease an 8x8-inch baking pan (or another heatproof vessel with approximately the same dimensions) with butter or nonstick cooking spray.
  • In a medium heavy-bottomed saucepan, combine the sweetened condensed milk, cocoa powder, butter, and salt. Place the pan over medium heat and whisk often to encourage the butter to melt and the cocoa powder to dissolve. Once the candy comes to a bubble, reduce the heat to low and cook, whisking often. The candy is finished when it's the consistency of a thick brownie batter and slides in a soft mass from one side of the pan to the other when the pan is tilted-this can take anywhere from 15 to 25 minutes, depending on your stove, but it's better to keep the heat low and give the candy more time to cook down than to rush it and risk burning it. Stir in the vanilla extract. Pour the candy into the prepared baking pan. Chill in the refrigerator until the candy is somewhat firm with a claylike texture, about 1 hour.
  • When you're ready to form the candies, pour your desired coatings onto individual plates. Use your fingers or a small ice cream scoop with a capacity of about 1 teaspoon to portion out bits of candy and roll them into 1-inch balls. Drop each ball into a dish of coating and roll to coat. Set the finished candies on a small baking sheet, or place them into small paper candy cups. Store in the refrigerator in an airtight container.

BRIGADEIROS



Brigadeiros image

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.

BRIGADEIROS



Brigadeiros image

Provided by Raiza Costa : The Sweet Side of Life : Food Network

Categories     dessert

Time 30m

Yield 26 brigadeiros

Number Of Ingredients 4

One 14-ounce (398-gram) can sweetened condensed milk
3 1/2 ounces (100 grams) bittersweet chocolate, chopped
1 tablespoon unsalted butter, plus more for buttering
1 cup chocolate sprinkles, for coating

Steps:

  • In a pan, add the condensed milk, chopped chocolate and butter. Cook over medium heat, stirring, for approximately 10 minutes or until it starts to come off from the bottom. Tilt the pan and you will see the magic happening. Pour the mixture over a plate coated with butter and let it cool at room temperature.
  • Butter your hands and roll individual brigadeiros. Coat them in chocolate sprinkles and serve at room temperature for ultimate creaminess!

CHOCOLATE BRIGADEIROS



Chocolate Brigadeiros image

Chewy, fudgy, addictive. These little chocolate fudge balls are as common and as loved in Brazil as cookies and brownies are in the United States. Traditionally, brigadeiros are a simple mixture of condensed milk, sweetened cocoa powder, and butter, cooked to a fudge state, then formed into little balls and rolled in chocolate sprinkles. I find this to be much too sweet, so I made a few changes to the original recipe, adding real chocolate, real cocoa powder, heavy cream, and corn syrup. Chocolate sprinkles are usually made with vegetable fat, so unless I know the sprinkle is made with real chocolate like the ones from Guittard or Cocoa Barry, I prefer to use cocoa powder, or grated chocolate, for rolling and the result is amazing. This is a perfect dessert to give as a gift for any occasion. Children will love it and so will adults.

Provided by Leticia Moreinos Schwartz

Categories     Milk/Cream     Chocolate     Dessert     Cocktail Party     Picnic     Kid-Friendly     Backyard BBQ     Edible Gift     Party     Potluck     Vegetarian     Pescatarian     Wheat/Gluten-Free     Peanut Free     Tree Nut Free     Soy Free     Kosher     Small Plates

Yield Makes about 45 brigadeiros

Number Of Ingredients 7

2 (14-ounce) cans sweetened condensed milk
4 tablespoons unsalted butter
2 tablespoons heavy cream
2 teaspoons light corn syrup
3 ounces semisweet chocolate, chopped
2 teaspoons unsweetened cocoa powder
1 cup chocolate sprinkles, preferably Guittard

Steps:

  • 1 In a medium heavy-bottomed saucepan, place the condensed milk, butter, heavy cream, and corn syrup and bring to a boil over medium heat.
  • 2 When the mixture starts to bubble, add the chocolate and the cocoa powder. Whisk well, making sure there are no pockets of cocoa powder. Reduce the heat to low and cook, whisking constantly, until it is the consistency of a dense fudgy batter, 8 to 10 minutes. You want the mixture to bubble toward the end, so it's important to use low heat or the sides of the pan will burn the fudge. If you undercook it, the brigadeiro will be too soft; if you overcook it, it will be too chewy. It is done when you swirl the pan and the mixture slides as one soft piece, leaving a thick burnt residue on the bottom.
  • 3 Slide the mixture into a bowl (without scraping the bottom) and let cool at room temperature. Cover the bowl with plastic wrap and chill in the refrigerator for at least 4 hours.
  • 4 Scoop the mixture by the teaspoonful and, using your hands, roll each into a little ball about 3/4 inch in diameter (about the size of a chocolate truffle).
  • 5 Place the sprinkles in a bowl. Roll 4 to 6 brigadeiros at a time through the sprinkles, making sure they cover the entire surface. Store in an airtight plastic container for 2 days or up to 1 month in the refrigerator.

COCONUT BRIGADEIROS RECIPE BY TASTY



Coconut Brigadeiros Recipe by Tasty image

Here's what you need: butter, sweetened condensed milk, coconut milk, coconut flake

Provided by Robin Broadfoot

Categories     Desserts

Yield 8 servings

Number Of Ingredients 4

1 tablespoon butter
14 oz sweetened condensed milk
½ cup coconut milk
coconut flake, as needed

Steps:

  • In a pot over low heat, melt the butter, condensed milk, and coconut milk, 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 coconut flakes.
  • Enjoy!

Nutrition Facts : Calories 199 calories, Carbohydrate 26 grams, Fat 8 grams, Fiber 0 grams, Protein 4 grams, Sugar 26 grams

COOKIES & CREAM BRIGADEIROS RECIPE BY TASTY



Cookies & Cream Brigadeiros Recipe by Tasty image

Here's what you need: chocolate sandwich cookies, butter, sweetened condensed milk

Provided by Robin Broadfoot

Categories     Desserts

Yield 8 servings

Number Of Ingredients 3

10 chocolate sandwich cookies
1 tablespoon butter
14 oz sweetened condensed milk

Steps:

  • Separate the cream center from the chocolate cookies, and set aside. Crush the chocolate cookies and set aside.
  • In a pot over low heat, melt the butter, condensed milk, and cream centers, 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 the crushed chocolate cookies.
  • Enjoy!

Nutrition Facts : Calories 187 calories, Carbohydrate 29 grams, Fat 6 grams, Fiber 0 grams, Protein 4 grams, Sugar 27 grams

SALTED LICORICE BRIGADEIROS



Salted Licorice Brigadeiros image

Luscious Brazilian-style fudge balls coated thickly with chocolate sprinkles get an upgrade in this marvelous recipe from Melissa Clark that brings salted licorice into the mix to create something that looks a lot like chocolate truffles but tastes even more divine: creamy, smooth and just salty enough, while still remaining firmly planted on the sweet side of the equation. Added bonus: They are extremely easy to throw together, an excellent candy-making project for families or those in search of fast-and-delicious treats.

Provided by Melissa Clark

Categories     easy, dessert

Time 25m

Yield About 3 dozen

Number Of Ingredients 5

1 box (7 ounces) soft black licorice
1 (14-ounce) can sweetened condensed milk
1 1/2 ounces unsweetened chocolate, coarsely chopped
Chocolate sprinkles
Coarse sea salt, like fleur de sel

Steps:

  • In a food processor, grind licorice until finely chopped, about 30 seconds (it will be noisy).
  • Transfer to a heavy-bottomed saucepan and add 1/4 cup water. Cook gently over medium-low heat, stirring frequently, until licorice is shiny and almost melted (a few remaining licorice nibs are O.K.), 5 to 7 minutes.
  • Add condensed milk and bring to a simmer, stirring. Scrape mixture back into food processor and add chocolate. Process until as smooth as possible (you will still have a few lumps but that's O.K.), about 1 to 2 minutes.
  • Scrape mixture into a bowl and chill until very cold, at least 3 hours.
  • Pour sprinkles into a bowl. Roll teaspoons of licorice mixture into balls (you may want to lightly coat your hands with butter or oil) and drop them into sprinkles, turning to coat. Place balls into paper candy cups and sprinkle tops with coarse sea salt.

STRAWBERRY BRIGADEIROS RECIPE BY TASTY



Strawberry Brigadeiros Recipe by Tasty image

Here's what you need: fresh strawberry , water, butter, sweetened condensed milk, white chocolate, sprinkles

Provided by Robin Broadfoot

Categories     Desserts

Yield 8 servings

Number Of Ingredients 6

1 cup fresh strawberry , chopped
½ cup water
1 tablespoon butter
14 oz sweetened condensed milk
¼ cup white chocolate
sprinkles, for decoration

Steps:

  • In a pot over medium-high heat, reduce strawberries and water until there is a jam-like consistency and much of the liquid is evaporated.
  • Reduce the heat to low, add butter, condensed milk, and white chocolate, 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 sprinkles.
  • Enjoy!

Nutrition Facts : Calories 202 calories, Carbohydrate 30 grams, Fat 7 grams, Fiber 0 grams, Protein 4 grams, Sugar 30 grams

CHOCOLATE BONBONS (BRIGADEIROS) - BRAZIL



Chocolate Bonbons (Brigadeiros) - Brazil image

This from "Cuisines of Portuguese Encounters", in which the author gives recipes she had during travelling thru Portugal and its former colonies. This is a Brazilian recipe, named for a famous Brazilian Air Force Commander in the 1940's. He was a chocoholic. Often served at birthday parties and other festivities. I haven't made it yet.

Provided by Debbie R.

Categories     Candy

Time 50m

Yield 20 balls

Number Of Ingredients 5

1 (14 ounce) can sweetened condensed milk
4 tablespoons unsweetened cocoa
1 tablespoon butter
1/4 teaspoon salt
1 cup chocolate sprinkles

Steps:

  • In medium pan, combine milk and cocoa powder. Cook over low, stirring constantly with a wooden spoon, until the mixture pulls away from the sides of the pan, about 20 minutes. Add butter and salt. Mix thoroughly before removing from heat.
  • When mixture is cool, rub hands with butter and shape into 1-inch balls. Roll in chocolate sprinkles. Place in mini paper cupcake forms.
  • Store in fridge until served.

BRIGADEIROS (BRAZILIAN CANDY) RECIPE - (4.6/5)



BRIGADEIROS (Brazilian Candy) Recipe - (4.6/5) image

Provided by 1982

Number Of Ingredients 6

(traditional Brazilian recipe)
1 can of condensed milk (for instance, Carnation brand)
1 + 1/2 T butter
1 + 1/2 T cocoa powder, sifted
pinch of cinnamon
chocolate sprinkles (enough for coating all brigadeiros)

Steps:

  • Place all ingredients in a heavy bottomed saucepan (preferably enamel coated, but not absolutely necessary). Cook in medium heat until the butter melts, reduce heat to low and cook, stirring, until the mixture starts to pull out of the bottom of the pan. It should take between 10 and 17 minutes. If the mixture starts to boil too furiously, reduce the heat or remove the pan from the burner for a minute or so, always stirring. Allow it to cool until you can handle it. It is OK to put it in the refrigerator to speed up the process. Place the chocolate sprinkles in a shallow dish. Have a small dish with cold water to dip your fingers and moisten the palm of your hands. Using a teaspoon, grab portions of the cool chocolate mixture and roll into balls. Immediately roll them in chocolate sprinkles and place in a small paper cup. Makes 24 brigadeiros. Scale up the recipe for large gatherings. ENJOY!

BRIGADEIROS - CHOCOLATE FUDGE TRUFFLES



Brigadeiros - Chocolate Fudge Truffles image

These truffle balls are said to have originated in Brazil. They have a caramel chocolate flavor and are traditionally serves in paper or foil chocolate cups/liners. Posting this recipe for ZWT- I haven't yet tried this recipe

Provided by Jubes

Categories     < 30 Mins

Time 30m

Yield 10 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 6

1 (14 ounce) can sweetened condensed milk
4 tablespoons cocoa powder
1/4 teaspoon salt
3 tablespoons butter
1 teaspoon vanilla essence
1/4 cup chocolate sprinkles

Steps:

  • Pour the condensed milk into a heavy based saucepan.
  • Stir in the cocoa powder and the salt.
  • Cook, stirring constantly, over a low heat. Keep the mixture at a slow simmer to prevent burning and sticking. Do not leave unattended.
  • Cook for 10-15 minutes, stirring, until mixture becomes very thick and shiny and starts to pull away from the bottom and sides of the pan.
  • Remove from heat and stir in the butter and the vanilla.
  • Chill in the refrigerator for 30 minutes.
  • Using buttered hands, roll the mixture into 1 inch balls.
  • Roll each ball in the chocolate sprinkles, and place in a paper liner.
  • Chill until ready to serve. Store in the refrigerator.

BRIGADEIROS OR CHOCOLATE DROPS



Brigadeiros or Chocolate Drops image

Described as a comfort food, these fudgy chocolate balls are a mainstay at Brazilian Children's parties, where they are often served in miniature paper liners. Some people will describe them as chocolate toffee.

Provided by Marz7215

Categories     Candy

Time 40m

Yield 25 balls, 16 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 5

1 (14 ounce) can sweetened condensed milk
4 ounces bittersweet chocolate, finely chopped
2 tablespoons butter
1/4 teaspoon salt
1/2 cup chocolate sprinkles

Steps:

  • Heat the milk, bittersweet chocolate, butter and salt in a heavy saucepan over medium heat until the mixture thickens, about 15 minutes. Make sure you keep mixing the pan constantly with a wooden spoon. When the mixture begins to "dis-glue" from the pan or when you can see the bottom of the pan after scraping the wooden spoon on the bottom of the pan, you know the cooking process is over.
  • Remove from heat and transfer mixture on a well greased plate.
  • Let cool for 15 minutes.
  • Grease your hands well and form 1 inch balls with your hands. Roll the balls into a plate full of sprinkles. Cover the ball well with the sprinkles. You may need to wash your hands in between rolling out these candies, because after a while the mixture will begin clinging to your hands. Wash out your hands, grease them up again (I just use a spray bottle) and begin rolling again. Serve in miniature paper liners.

Tips:

  • Use a heavy-bottomed saucepan to prevent the mixture from burning.
  • Stir the mixture constantly to prevent it from sticking to the bottom of the pan.
  • Cook the mixture over medium heat until it reaches a thick, creamy consistency.
  • Let the mixture cool slightly before rolling it into balls.
  • Roll the balls in chocolate sprinkles, chopped nuts, or coconut.
  • Refrigerate the brigadeiros for at least 30 minutes before serving.

Conclusion:

Brigadeiros are a delicious and easy-to-make Brazilian treat that is perfect for any occasion. With just a few simple ingredients, you can create a batch of these chocolatey treats that will be enjoyed by people of all ages. So next time you are looking for a sweet snack or dessert, give brigadeiros a try. You won't be disappointed.

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