Sunday, June 21, 2009

Brigadeiro

The most popular Brazilian candy, it's not just kids' favorite, but adults' too!



Ingredients:
  • 1 can of Sweet Condensed Milk
  • 4 tbsp of cocoa powder
  • 1 tsp of butter
  • 1 tsp of sugar
  • Chocolate or colored Sprinkles

Cooking Directions:

  • In a low flame, put butter in a pan and start to melt.
  • Before the butter melts completely, add the condensed milk, the cocoa, and the sugar.
  • Stir until obtain a sticky, smooth texture.
  • Its ready when the mixture doesn't stick to the bottom of the pan when tilted.
Serving ideas:

1 - Truffle shape (ideal for serving in parties):
  • Pour the mixture in a large plate and let it cool down for 20 minutes.
  • With some butter on your hands, use a spoon to get some amount of the chocolate and roll up into balls (like a truffle). Try to make all in the same size.
  • Put the balls in a bowl with sprinkles and place in a serving plate.
2 - In a little cup (also recommended for serving in parties, and takes less time to make):
  • Pour the mixture in little paper or plastic cups.
  • Put sprinkles on top to decorate.
3 - Serving in a Bowl:

  • Place the chocolate in a bowl, add some sprinkles, and enjoy by the spoonful!

Passion Fruit Mousse


Mousse de Maracuja
Serves 6-8 portions

Ingredients:
  • 1 can of sweet condensed milk
  • 1 can of creme de leite (or table cream)
  • 1 can of passion fruit concentrated juice (equal amount of other sweet condensed milk can)
Cooking Directions:
  1. Pour and mix all ingredients in blender until you get a uniform cream.
  2. Pour the mixed cream in a glass bowl and cover.
  3. Place in the refrigerator for about 5 hours.
  4. When ready, place on serving dish.
  5. Pour half cup of passion fruit juice and sprinkle passion fruit seeds on mousse to decorate.