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Salted Caramel Brigadeiros (Truffles)

Salted caramel brigadeiros are very similar to truffles and are super indulgent. Silky soft inside with a crunchy chocolate sprinkle coating, they make lovely gifts for friends at Christmas.
5 from 1 vote
Prep Time 15 minutes
Chill time 30 minutes
Total Time 45 minutes
Course Confectionary
Cuisine Brazilian
Servings 10 balls
Calories 195 kcal

Ingredients
  

  • 397 g condensed milk
  • 3 tbsp cocoa powder
  • 30 g salted butter
  • 1 tsp sea salt
  • 100 g sprinkles you can use any type!

Instructions
 

  • Pour the condensed milk into a small pan, a long with the sieved cocoa powder and salt. Cook it on low, stirring continuously, until the mix is thick and shiny. It shouldn't be sticking to the pan.
  • Once thickened, remove from the heat and add the butter. Stir it in so it melts in the hot mixture. Add the vanilla extract and mix in.
  • Pour the mix into a small dish, cover and chill in the fridge until it sets.
  • Using a teaspoon, scoop out the mixture and roll into equal balls in your hand. Dip into the sprinkles and roll them around to coat. I used a spoon to do this. Eat straight away or chill until ready to eat.

Notes

Storage - Store in the fridge when chilling the mix, before shaping and post-shaping. They will keep for a week. 
Freezing - You can freeze Brigadeiro mix for up to 3 months. I would suggest pre-shaping so you don't ruin the shape. You can always shape them once defrosted.

Nutrition

Calories: 195kcalCarbohydrates: 32gProtein: 3gFat: 7gSaturated Fat: 4gPolyunsaturated Fat: 1gMonounsaturated Fat: 2gTrans Fat: 1gCholesterol: 20mgSodium: 305mgPotassium: 171mgFiber: 1gSugar: 31gVitamin A: 181IUVitamin C: 1mgCalcium: 116mgIron: 1mg
Keyword Celebrations, Christmas, Easy, Homemade gifts
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