- Prep
- 20 min
- Cook
- 30 min
- Total time
- 50 min
- Yield
- 12–15 units
- Difficulty
- EASY
- Calories
- 250 kcal
Quick summary
“Chocolate of Love with Strawberry is a delicious dessert that combines the softness of brigadeiro with the contrast of strawberry. It is worth it for the pleasant texture and intense flavor.”
What you need to know
- O brigadeiro é feito com leite condensado, creme de leite e leite em pó
- O chocolate é derretido com manteiga para dar brilho e textura
- Os morangos são mergulhados no chocolate para finalizar o prato
Ingredients
Main
- 1 can sweetened condensed milk
- ½ box of heavy cream
- 3 tablespoons powdered milk
- 1 tablespoon butter
Instructions
Principal
- Prepare the powdered milk brigadeiro and wrap the strawberries; refrigerate to firm up.
- Melt the chocolate in a double boiler or microwave (15s intervals, stirring), mixing in the butter to add shine.
- Dip the strawberries (with brigadeiro) in the chocolate, drain the excess. If desired, sprinkle coarse sugar or edible glitter before the chocolate hardens.
- Let dry on parchment paper.
Chef's tips
- Antes de derreter o chocolate, aqueça-o em banho-maria para evitar que queime
- Use papel-manteiga para escorrer o excesso de chocolate
- Se desejar, polvilhe açúcar cristal ou brilho comestível no chocolate ainda líquido
Variations
- Adicione raspas de limão aos morangos antes de mergulhar no chocolate
- Experimente com outros sabores de brigadeiro como o de cereja
- Use morangos vermelhos ou brancos para criar diferentes contrastes
Substitutions
- Pode-se substituir a leite condensado por leite condensado light para uma versão mais leve
- O creme de leite pode ser substituído por nata para um sabor mais intenso
- O chocolate pode ser substituído por chocolate em pó mais denso
How to store
Store the strawberry brigadeiros in the refrigerator in a bowl covered with aluminum foil to prevent them from sticking. They should last about 3 days.
Can it be frozen?
It is not recommended to freeze this dish, as the chocolate can alter the texture of the strawberries and the brigadeiro can become sticky. If you wish to freeze, consider making brigadeiro balls without strawberries and melting the chocolate separately.
What to serve with
Serve with black tea or coffee to accompany the intense flavor of this dessert.
Frequently asked questions
How long should I leave the strawberries in the refrigerator before serving?
Leave the strawberries with brigadeiro in the refrigerator for at least 1 hour so that the chocolate firms up and does not stick to the strawberries.
How can I vary the flavor of brigadeiro?
Try adding milk chocolate or cocoa shavings to the condensed milk before preparing the brigadeiro.
Is it safe to freeze this recipe?
It is not recommended to freeze, as the chocolate can alter the texture of the strawberries and the brigadeiro can become sticky.
Can this recipe be made with another type of fruit?
Yes, you can experiment with other red fruits, such as raspberries, or even with bananas for a sweet flavor.
