Brigadeiro is a sweet that needs no introduction. With its creamy texture and intense chocolate flavor, it is one of the most beloved sweets among Brazilians. But what few know is that the brigadeiro's story is closely linked to the history of Brazil. Legend has it that the sweet was created in honor of Brigadier Eduardo Gomes, an important Brazilian military man.

Whatever its origin, one thing is certain: brigadeiro is a sweet that wins the hearts of everyone who tastes it.

Do you want to learn how to make the best brigadeiro, or different recipes?
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Traditional Brigadeiro

Ingredients:
1 can of condensed milk
1 tablespoon unsalted butter
3 tablespoons of chocolate powder
Chocolate sprinkles for rolling

Method of preparation:
In a pan, mix the condensed milk, butter and chocolate powder.
Place over low heat and stir constantly until the brigadeiro starts to come away from the bottom of the pan and reaches a creamy consistency.
Remove from heat and let cool for about 10 minutes.
Shape the brigadeiros and dip in chocolate sprinkles to decorate.
This recipe yields around 20 brigadeiros and is the most traditional and beloved option among brigadeiro lovers. The powdered chocolate gives a rich and intense flavor to the sweet, which has a creamy and soft texture. It's a great option to serve at parties, events or for that quick and delicious dessert.

Here is a simple and delicious recipe for White fudgeball.

Ingredients:
1 can of condensed milk
1 tablespoon unsalted butter
1/2 cup of cream

Method of preparation:
In a pan, mix the condensed milk, butter and cream.
Place over low heat and stir constantly until the brigadeiro starts to come away from the bottom of the pan and reaches a creamy consistency.
Remove from heat and let cool for about 10 minutes.
Shape the brigadeiros and roll in refined sugar or white sprinkles to decorate.
This recipe yields around 20 brigadeiros and is a great option for those who prefer less intense sweets or for a change from the traditional chocolate brigadeiro. The cream gives the brigadeiro a smoother and creamier texture, which gives it a delicate and very delicious flavor.

Classic and elegant recipe Brigadeiro Gourmet of Belgian chocolate.
Ingredients:
1 can of condensed milk
100g semi-sweet Belgian chocolate
1 tablespoon unsalted butter
1 pinch of salt
Chocolate powder for rolling

Method of preparation:
In a pan, mix the condensed milk, butter and pinch of salt.
Place over low heat and stir constantly until the brigadeiro starts to thicken and comes away from the bottom of the pan.
Add the chopped semi-sweet Belgian chocolate and stir well until it melts completely.
Keep stirring until the brigadeiro starts to come away from the bottom of the pan again.
Pour the brigadeiro onto a plate greased with butter and let it cool for about 30 minutes.
With your hands greased with butter, make balls of the desired size and roll in Belgian chocolate sprinkles.
This recipe yields around 20 brigadeiros and is an elegant and delicious option for parties and special events. Belgian chocolate gives an intense and sophisticated flavor to the brigadeiro, which has a soft and velvety texture.

Receipt of paçoca brigadeiro; different and very tasty.

Ingredients:
1 can of condensed milk
1/2 cup of milk
2 crumbled paçocas
1 tablespoon unsalted butter

Method of preparation:
In a pan, mix the condensed milk, milk, butter and crumbled paçocas.
Place over low heat and stir constantly until the brigadeiro no longer sticks to the bottom of the pan.
Remove from heat and let cool.
Shape the brigadeiros and roll in crumbled paçoca to decorate.
This recipe yields around 20 brigadeiros and is a great option for those who like paçoca. The flavor is well balanced and the texture is soft and creamy.

Brigadier Coffee

Ingredients:
1 can of condensed milk
1 tablespoon unsalted butter
1 tablespoon of instant coffee
1/2 cup crystal sugar
Method of preparation:
In a pan, mix the condensed milk, butter, instant coffee and granulated sugar.
Place over low heat and stir constantly until the brigadeiro starts to come away from the bottom of the pan and reaches a creamy consistency.
Remove from heat and let cool for about 10 minutes.
Shape the brigadeiros and roll in crystal sugar to decorate, or sprinkle with chocolate powder.
This recipe yields around 20 brigadeiros and is a perfect option for those who like coffee and sweets with a more intense flavor. Instant coffee gives a strong and very delicious flavor to the brigadeiro, which has a creamy and soft texture.

Did you like the recipes? So let's go to the kitchen to make them all, after all, one is tastier than the other!