These popular Brazilian candies were named after an Air Force Brigadier named Eduardo Gomes. They look like truffles, are very simple to make and are rich and delicious. Valentine’s day is coming soon, so make these candies for your friends and family, they would love you for it 
These Brigadeiros are my entry in the virtual food tour hosted by my friend Joan from Foodalogue.
Keep them refrigerated until ready to eat. Buen Provecho!
Ingredients
(About 12)
1 can sweetened condensed milk
1/2 stick soft butter
3 tablespoons a good quality cocoa powder
Chocolate sprinkles
Directions
Place all the ingredients in a medium sauce pan, over low heat and cook for abot 12 to 15 minutes. Stirring constantly with a wooden spoon.
Pour the mixture on a greased baking pan. Let it cool for at least 1 hour.
With buttered hands, make equal size small balls with the mixture. Roll each brigadeiro in the chocolate sprinkles. Place in baking paper cups and store in the refrigerator overnight before serving.
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Ooo – I can never resist sweet treats! But ones that are so easy to make could be very dangerous indeed . . .
Look fabulous….they would be a great V-day’s gift.
Oh I want these for Valentine’s day!
Looks so good!
They look like they would melt in your mouth! Delicious.
Wow!!!Wow!!Wow!!
That looks super yummy!!!
Ive had these countless times in Portugal. I havent a sweet tooth but I cant resist them. This recipe is super easy and has made me crave them again! Going to have to try making them!
oh my those really look delicious!!!
These are such yummy treats! I need to make them again very soon!
Brigadeiros…we used to make them for parties…Erica, you just brought memories of my childhood
Brigadeiros are delicious! I love to have picnics and I always ask people to bring something that represents their culture, as we are a very international group. My Brazilian friend brings these beauties and they are always a hit!
Thank you guys!
Mmmm… I love brigadeiros! I discovered them living in Brazil and would always make them. Thanks for reminding me of them. I may have to make them again soon.
What gorgeous little candies! Absolutely perfect for Valentine’s Day!
these cacao delights look enticing and delicious!!!
These look like pieces of bite-sized chocolate heaven!
Indeed, Erica!! easy yet so apart & so fab looking!!!
Thank you everyone for the comments!
I love this. I haven’t tasted it yet but I know I’m going to love this.
Hope you made enough for everyone on the tour — these are sure to be a favorite!
simple ingredients. quick-and-dirty process. the hardest part would be the waiting.
I have book marked this! I want to make this for the special weekend. This will be helpful since I can make it the night before.
I could go for one (or more) of these right about now!
They do look delicious! I was thinking of making these too, but we’ve had a string of 100F degree days, and I know better than to work with chocolate in a hot kitchen. Sooo tempting though… guess I better bookmark this for Autumn. (Just can’t resist lol)
I think I am going to try these!
Thank you all for visiting!
Oh they look so good and sound so easy. Thank you for the recipe!!
They look great..
These look wonderful. I love making my own candies, so I will give these a try very soon!
I made these for my son’s party and everyone loved them. Thank you.