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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Tangled Noodle
on Feb 8th, 2010
@ 10:05 AM:
Ooo – I can never resist sweet treats! But ones that are so easy to make could be very dangerous indeed . . .
Angie@Angie's Recipes
on Feb 8th, 2010
@ 10:54 AM:
Look fabulous….they would be a great V-day’s gift.
Sook @ My Fabulous Recipes
on Feb 8th, 2010
@ 11:43 AM:
Oh I want these for Valentine’s day!
Looks so good!
Kim
on Feb 8th, 2010
@ 11:52 AM:
They look like they would melt in your mouth! Delicious.
Sarah Naveen
on Feb 8th, 2010
@ 12:18 PM:
Wow!!!Wow!!Wow!!
That looks super yummy!!!
Ruth
on Feb 8th, 2010
@ 12:55 PM:
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!
Bo
on Feb 8th, 2010
@ 12:59 PM:
oh my those really look delicious!!!
Natasha - 5 Star Foodie
on Feb 8th, 2010
@ 3:01 PM:
These are such yummy treats! I need to make them again very soon!
Juliana
on Feb 8th, 2010
@ 3:05 PM:
Brigadeiros…we used to make them for parties…Erica, you just brought memories of my childhood
Oysterculture
on Feb 8th, 2010
@ 5:01 PM:
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!
Erica
on Feb 8th, 2010
@ 5:18 PM:
Thank you guys!
Paula
on Feb 8th, 2010
@ 7:08 PM:
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.
Faith
on Feb 8th, 2010
@ 7:47 PM:
What gorgeous little candies! Absolutely perfect for Valentine’s Day!
Vinolia
on Feb 9th, 2010
@ 4:21 AM:
these cacao delights look enticing and delicious!!!
Joanne
on Feb 9th, 2010
@ 6:37 AM:
These look like pieces of bite-sized chocolate heaven!
Sophie
on Feb 9th, 2010
@ 8:12 AM:
Indeed, Erica!! easy yet so apart & so fab looking!!!
Erica
on Feb 9th, 2010
@ 9:08 AM:
Thank you everyone for the comments!
Divina
on Feb 9th, 2010
@ 9:54 AM:
I love this. I haven’t tasted it yet but I know I’m going to love this.
Joan Nova
on Feb 9th, 2010
@ 3:43 PM:
Hope you made enough for everyone on the tour — these are sure to be a favorite!
grace
on Feb 9th, 2010
@ 4:40 PM:
simple ingredients. quick-and-dirty process. the hardest part would be the waiting.
Chris
on Feb 9th, 2010
@ 7:47 PM:
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.
Danielle
on Feb 9th, 2010
@ 7:52 PM:
I could go for one (or more) of these right about now!
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on Feb 10th, 2010
@ 5:13 PM:
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SilverMoon Dragon
on Feb 10th, 2010
@ 6:07 PM:
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)
tasteofbeirut
on Feb 10th, 2010
@ 8:54 PM:
I think I am going to try these!
Erica
on Feb 10th, 2010
@ 9:09 PM:
Thank you all for visiting!
Lara
on Feb 10th, 2010
@ 9:12 PM:
Oh they look so good and sound so easy. Thank you for the recipe!!
Erika
on Feb 11th, 2010
@ 7:33 AM:
They look great..
Jen @ My Kitchen Addiction
on Feb 13th, 2010
@ 11:20 PM:
These look wonderful. I love making my own candies, so I will give these a try very soon!