Brigadeiro

5 / 5 (1 reviews)

Easy 3-ingredient Brazilian brigadeiro recipe! Fudgy chocolate truffles rolled in sprinkles, coconut, or cookies. No-bake, gluten-free, and kid-friendly!

By: Gaby Dalkin (via Whatsgabycooking)
Original Publish: May 9, 2025
Last Updated: Mar 1, 2026
Prep: 10 mins
Cook: 10 mins
Yields: 16, 16 people

Nutrition Facts

88 kcalCalories
2 gProtein
14 gCarbs
3 gFat
Finished Brigadeiro

Ingredients

Instructions

  1. In a medium saucepan over medium heat, combine the cocoa powder, butter, and sweetened condensed milk.

  2. Cook, stirring constantly, for about 10 minutes, until the mixture thickens and pulls away from the sides of the pan.

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Chef's Notes

NotesBrigadeiros are super versatile, and you can get creative with the toppings. Here are some delicious options beyond the classics:
Sweet Toppings


Crushed freeze-dried strawberries or raspberries


Cocoa nibs


Toffee bits


Crushed pretzels (for a sweet-salty combo)


Mini chocolate chips


Crushed peppermint candies (great for holidays)


Cereal crumbs (like Fruity Pebbles or Cinnamon Toast Crunch)


Crushed graham crackers


Edible glitter or gold leaf (for a fancy touch)


Nutty Toppings


Finely chopped pistachios


Toasted almonds


Chopped hazelnuts


Macadamia nuts


Peanut dust or crushed roasted peanuts


Gourmet Options


Matcha powder mixed with sugar


Finely shredded dried rose petals


Sesame seeds (white or black, lightly toasted)


Crushed candied ginger


Chopped dried fruit (apricots, mango, etc.)


 

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Monika ★ 5.0/5

Good grief this looks so easy and delicious. What a great quick dessert. I think I MUST try it this weekend!!

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