Brazilian Chocolate Fudge Truffles Brigadeiros Food

BRIGADEIROS - CHOCOLATE FUDGE TRUFFLES

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.

BRAZILIAN CHOCOLATE TRUFFLES - BRIGADEIRO

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.