Brigadeiro (Brazilian Chocolate Truffles)

Method

1. 1
   • sweetened condensed milk400 g
   • cocoa powder3 tbsp
   • salt1 pinch
   • vanilla extract1 tsp
   • butter1 tbsp

   Combine the base ingredients — In a saucepan, combine the condensed milk, cocoa powder, butter, vanilla extract, and a pinch of salt.

2. 2
   • dark chocolate50 g

   Cook until thick and glossy — Cook over medium-low heat, stirring constantly, for about 10 minutes until the mixture thickens, then stir in the chopped dark chocolate until melted and the mixture pulls away from the bottom of the pan.

   ⏱10 min
3. 3

   Cool until firm — Transfer to a greased plate and let cool completely, at least 1 hour, until firm enough to roll.

   ⏱1 hr
4. 4
   • chocolate sprinkles100 g
   • butter1 tbsp

   Roll in sprinkles — Grease your hands with a little butter, roll teaspoon-sized portions into balls, then coat generously in chocolate sprinkles.