Description
Indulge in the rich and nutty flavors of Pistachio Brigadeiro, a Brazilian twist on traditional truffles. These sweet treats are creamy, with a delightful crunch from ground pistachios and a coating of more pistachios for a double dose of nuttiness.
Ingredients
Scale
For the Pistachio Brigadeiro:
- 1 can (14 ounces) sweetened condensed milk
- 1/2 cup finely ground pistachios
- 2 tablespoons unsalted butter
- 4 ounces white chocolate, chopped
- 1/2 teaspoon vanilla extract
- Pinch of salt
- Crushed pistachios or pistachio flour for coating
Instructions
- Cook the Mixture: In a medium nonstick saucepan, combine sweetened condensed milk, butter, and white chocolate. Cook over medium-low heat, stirring constantly until thickened, about 8 to 10 minutes.
- Add Pistachios and Flavorings: Stir in ground pistachios, vanilla extract, and salt.
- Cool and Shape: Transfer the mixture to a greased plate, cover, and let cool. Roll into 1-inch balls and coat with crushed pistachios or pistachio flour.
- Serve: Place in mini paper cups for serving.
Notes
- Store in the refrigerator for up to 1 week.
- For extra flavor, drizzle with melted white chocolate.
- For a smoother texture, use pistachio paste instead of ground pistachios.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 10 minutes
- Category: Dessert, Confection
- Method: Stovetop
- Cuisine: Brazilian
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 brigadeiro
- Calories: 115
- Sugar: 11 g
- Sodium: 30 mg
- Fat: 6 g
- Saturated Fat: 3.5 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 2.5 g
- Trans Fat: 0 g
- Carbohydrates: 13 g
- Fiber: 1 g
- Protein: 2 g
- Cholesterol: 10 mg
