Brazilian Brigadeiros with Coconut-Infused Coffee

Allergens

Milk, Dairy (Butter)

Ingredients

• 3 tablespoons unsweetened cocoa powder
• 2 tablespoons instant coffee granules
• 1/4 cup milk
• 1/2 cup sugar
• 1/4 cup butter
• Pinch of salt
• 2 cups shredded coconut

Instructions

1. In a saucepan, combine cocoa powder and coffee granules with milk. Cook over low heat, stirring constantly until smooth.
2. Add sugar, butter, and a pinch of salt. Stir continuously until the mixture thickens and forms a ball when cooled slightly.
3. Use your hands to roll the mixture into small, round balls. Set aside.
4. In a separate pan, toast the shredded coconut over low heat until golden brown.
5. Roll the brigadeiro balls in the toasted coconut to coat them evenly.

Chef’s Insight

The secret to perfect brigadeiros is to keep stirring until the mixture forms a ball when cooled slightly.

Notes

Brigadeiros can be made in various flavors, such as chocolate or strawberry.