Strawberry Brigadeiro Recipe
This recipe for strawberry brigadeiro is a delightful variation of the traditional Brazilian dessert, chocolate brigadeiro, and requires only 4 simple ingredients!
Strawberry Brigadeiro Recipe
While searching for easy Valentine’s Day desserts, I realized I had a straightforward recipe all along – the brigadeiro! Instead of using chocolate powder, I opted for strawberry powder to give it a more romantic touch. In Brazil, this strawberry brigadeiro is known as "bicho de pé," which translates to foot bug. This name comes from a type of flea-like creature found in tropical swamps that resembles strawberry seeds, hence the quirky name. Despite the odd association, brigadeiro is a popular and easy-to-make Brazilian dessert typically served at birthday parties, but with a few tweaks, it can also be a delicious treat for Valentine’s Day or any other celebration.
Recipe for Strawberry Fudge Truffle
This strawberry brigadeiro recipe is ideal for when you want to whip up something new in a short amount of time. If you enjoy this strawberry flavor, you can also experiment with other brigadeiro variations. Brigadeiro is named after a Brazilian brigadier who created it to support a presidential campaign in the 1950s, and the candy became a beloved national treat.
Strawberry Brigadeiro Easy Recipe
Before we delve into the preparation instructions, let me address some common questions about making and storing strawberry brigadeiros. Yes, these strawberry truffles are easy to make, requiring just a few simple steps and minimal ingredients. You can store them at room temperature or in the refrigerator, and even freeze any leftovers for future enjoyment.
I Can Taste This Strawberry Brigadeiro
Wondering about other brigadeiro flavors? I have several suggestions for you to try, including vanilla, coffee, white chocolate, coconut, and passion fruit brigadeiros. These strawberry brigadeiro fudge truffles are quick to make, straightforward, and don’t require a long list of ingredients. Even if you’re not an experienced cook, you’ll find this recipe easy to follow.
Tips for Making Beautiful Strawberry Brigadeiros
To achieve a lovely pink color, I use strawberry powder in this recipe, similar to making brigadeiro with Nesquik. I prefer this method over using gelatin, as it can harden the candy too much. When rolling the brigadeiros, I simply wet my hands, but you can use any sprinkles you like for coating. Weighing the brigadeiros can help ensure they are uniform in size and appearance.
How to Make Strawberry Brigadeiro
Here’s how you can make your own delicious strawberry brigadeiro:
- Grease a plate with butter and set it aside.
- Cook the condensed milk and butter over medium-low heat in a non-stick pan, stirring continuously.
- Add the strawberry powder and pinch of salt once the butter has melted. Continue mixing until the mixture thickens.
- Transfer the mixture to the buttered plate and refrigerate for 1 hour.
- Roll the chilled mixture into small balls, coat with sugar, and place in bonbon cups.
- Enjoy your homemade strawberry brigadeiros!
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