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Coconut Brigadeiro

Coconut Brigadeiro

Indulge in the heavenly taste of Coconut Brigadeiro, a sweet treat that melts in your mouth. This recipe brings a tropical twist to the traditional brigadeiro, making it perfect for any celebration or a cozy evening at home. Whip it up easily and impress your friends and family!

Ratings 4.5 from 4 votes
Cooking Method
Cuisine
Courses
Difficulty Intermediate
Time
Prep Time: 10 mins Cook Time: 15 mins Total Time: 25 mins
Servings 10
Estimated Cost $  5
Calories 150
Best Season Suitable throughout the year
Dietary Gluten-Free
Description

Indulge in the heavenly taste of Coconut Brigadeiro, a sweet treat that melts in your mouth. This recipe brings a tropical twist to the traditional brigadeiro, making it perfect for any celebration or a cozy evening at home. Whip it up easily and impress your friends and family!

Ingredients for Coconut Brigadeiro
    Main Ingredients
  • 11 oz Coconut powder
  • 90 g Demerara sugar or sweetener
  • 120 ml Warm water
  • 50 g Dark chocolate (70%) (Chopped)
  • 75 g Dark chocolate (70%) for rolling
Instructions
    Cooking Steps
  1. Prepare the mixture

    In a blender, combine the coconut powder, demerara sugar, and warm water. Blend for 4 minutes or until the sugar is dissolved.

  2. Cook the brigadeiro

    Transfer the mixture to a saucepan, add the chopped dark chocolate, and cook while stirring continuously until it begins to reduce and pulls away from the bottom of the pan.

Nutrition Facts

Servings 10


Amount Per Serving
Calories 3148kcal
% Daily Value *
Total Fat 254.4g392%
Saturated Fat 209.0g1045%
Trans Fat 0.0g
Cholesterol 4mg2%
Sodium 170.4mg8%
Potassium 2706.8mg78%
Total Carbohydrate 219.3g74%
Dietary Fiber 64.5g258%
Sugars 140.2g
Protein 31.3g63%

Vitamin A 2.50 IU
Vitamin C 4.68 mg
Calcium 250.63 mg
Iron 25.87 mg
Vitamin D 0.00 IU
Vitamin E 2.11 IU
Vitamin K 10.06 mcg
Thiamin 0.23 mg
Riboflavin 0.41 mg
Niacin 3.29 mg
Vitamin B6 1.02 mg
Folate 28.97 mcg
Vitamin B12 0.35 mcg
Phosphorus 1031.00 mg
Magnesium 574.96 mg
Zinc 10.44 mg

* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet. Your daily value may be higher or lower depending on your calorie needs.

Note

Roll them in extra coconut powder for a delightful finish!

Keywords: coconut, brigadeiro, Brazilian dessert, chocolate, sweet treat