Brigadeiro - Brazil's Iconic Candy

1. Put the condensed milk, butter, egg yolk and cocoa powder in a pan and mix them all together.

2. Let the mixture cook over low heat for about 12 minutes, stirring it constantly until the mixture loosens from the bottom of the pan and it is thick like cream.

3. Put the mixture on a greased plate and allow it to cool down completely.

4. Roll 1 teaspoon of mixture into small balls. Tip: Grease your hands with butter before making the small balls. Wash your hands once in a while if necessary.

5. Put the chocolate sprinkles in a bowl and roll the small balls in the chocolate sprinkles.

6. Place balls in small paper patty cases and then on a serving plate.

Chef's Note & Story

This one is 100% Brazilian!
The egg yolk is optional.
Enjoy!