- Prep
- 20 min
- Cook
- 30 min
- Total time
- 50 min
- Yield
- 12–15 unitsSource: natural variation found in viral recipes without food coloring.
- Difficulty
- EASY
- Calories
- 150 kcal
Quick summary
“Natural red syrup made with hibiscus tea and strawberries, without artificial coloring. A tasty and colorful sweet to sweeten any moment.”
What you need to know
- Calda vermelha natural com chá de hibisco e amora
- Morangos banhados na calda quente
- Sem uso de corante artificial
- Delicinha e colorida sem perder o sabor
Ingredients
Main
- 1 can sweetened condensed milk
- ½ box of heavy cream
- 3 tablespoons powdered milk
- 1 tablespoon butter
Instructions
Principal
- Make the Brigadeiro as in the previous versions and wrap the strawberries, letting it set.
- Prepare a strong hibiscus tea (or hibiscus + blackberry), let it cool, and use it in place of the syrup water: mix the sugar, tea, and vinegar in a pan. Cook without stirring until it reaches the hard-ball stage.
- Dip the strawberries in the still-warm syrup, drain, and let dry.
Chef's tips
- Escolha morangos maduros para um sabor mais intenso
- Faça o chá de hibisco com bastante água para um sabor mais suave
- Mantenha os morangos intactos para preservar a textura
Variations
- Adicione uma pitada de canela para dar um toque quente
- Use morangos silvestres para uma versão mais selvagem
- Experimente com outros chás como rooibos ou rosas para diferentes nuances de cor
Substitutions
- Creme de leite pode ser substituído por leite condensado extra para uma textura mais cremosa
- Leite em pó pode ser omitido se preferir uma calda mais líquida
- Açúcar pode ser substituído por adoçante natural para dietas
How to store
Let the syrup cool completely and store in an airtight container in the refrigerator. Lasts up to 5 days.
Can it be frozen?
Não recomendado. The syrup may thaw and lose consistency, in addition to modifying the texture of the strawberries.
What to serve with
Serves well with slices of French bread, white cheese, or as a dessert for an afternoon coffee.
Frequently asked questions
What substitution can be made for the strawberries?
You can use wild strawberries for a wilder version or experiment with other red fruits like blackberries.
How long does the syrup last in the fridge?
The syrup lasts up to 5 days in the refrigerator, after which it may lose flavor and consistency.
Can the syrup be frozen?
Não recomendado. The syrup may thaw and lose consistency, in addition to modifying the texture of the strawberries.
What is the best way to serve?
Serves well with slices of French bread, white cheese, or as a dessert for an afternoon coffee.
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