Chocolate brigadeiros are a smooth creamy condensed milk candy from Brazil. They are easy to make and require just a few pantry staples as ingredients. Add a hint of orange to make them an extra special treat!

inside of chocolate orange brigadeiro with soft chocolate condensed milk center showing with more sprinkle coated truffles in the background.

You will not believe how easy these chocolate condensed milk candies are to make. All you need is sweetened condensed milk, cocoa powder, butter and some sprinkles to finish them off.

A splash of orange extract may not be traditional, but it makes them extra delicious. We love that flavor combination in this candy and in chocolate orange fudge.

Follow this simple recipe to make yourself a decadent treat. They are great for parties or save them for yourself to indulge your sweet tooth a little here and there!

Hand holding chocolate sprinkle coated brigadeiro.

Ingredients: condensed milk, cocoa powder, butter, orange extract and chocolate sprinkles ready to be made into brigadeiros.

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These yummy orange and chocolate treats are the convergence of two cravings. I have been wanting to make something orange and chocolate for a while now.

Little Dude has been wanting to make brigadeiros ever since he learned about them in his Brazil package from Little Passports. Each box comes with a recipe and the brigadeiro recipe drew us both in.

We decided there was no reason we couldn’t satisfy both wants with one treat. So we made brigadeiros with an orange twist!

If you aren’t familiar with these Brazilian candy balls, they are a lot like a truffle. The texture, however, is different.

Condensed milk, butter and cocoa powder in skillet ready to be cooked.

Cooked chocolate brigadeiro filling in skillet showing how it holds its shape after a spatula has run through it.

It is a little soft and chewier, less dense than the ganache of truffles. They are super smooth and perfectly chocolaty. Plus there is less concern about breaking or scorching chocolate.

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To make this brigadeiro recipe, all you need is a can of sweetened condensed milk, a little bit of butter and some cocoa powder. We added a teaspoon of orange emulsion which added just the right amount of orange flavor.

It really balanced nicely without overwhelming the chocolate. If you want traditional treats, just leave it out. Or feel free to play with whatever flavor you might like.

The chocolate sprinkles really are a perfect way to finish off your brigadeiro. They are how you most often see them coated.

This is another place where you could be creative though. Try finely chopped nuts or coconut for something different.

Storage

Brigadeiros are best served at room temperature. They can be stored in an airtight container on the counter for 3 days.

For longer storage, put them in the refrigerator. Chilled they can be stored for a couple of weeks.

I have read that they can be frozen for up to three months, but I haven’t given that a try. So I am not sure if the texture would be affected. I’ll let you know what happens if we do it!

Though they are unlikely to last that long if the people who live in your house know they are there! I kept seeing hands reaching for them at my house.

Hand holding a chocolate orange brigadeiro with a bite missing, showing the soft inside.

Use dampened hands to roll the chocolate mixture. It will keep it from sticking to your hands and also help the sprinkles to stick to the candy.

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Chocolate Orange Brigadeiros

Author: Carlee

Servings: Servings

Brigadeiros are a delicious chocolate candy from Brazil. They are easy to make and require just a few pantry staples as ingredients. Add a hint of orange to make them an extra special treat!

Prep: 15

Cook: 6

Total: 21

Ingredients

▢ 14 ounce can sweetened condensed milk
▢ 4 Tablespoons cocoa powder
▢ 2 Tablespoons salted butter
▢ 1 teaspoon orange extract or emulsion
▢ chocolate sprinkles

Instructions

In a large skillet, stir together 14 ounce can sweetened condensed milk, and 4 Tablespoons cocoa powder. Add 2 Tablespoons salted butter and warm over medium low heat.
Stir constantly until it thickens, about 4-5 minutes. It should be thick enough to hold the trail of your spoon for a few seconds as you stir.
Remove from heat and stir in the 1 teaspoon orange extract or emulsion.
Chill until firm.
Grease or dampen your hands, then roll the chilled mixture into small balls. Roll the balls in sprinkles then place in small cupcake papers.
Store at room temperature for up to 3 days or in the refrigerator for a week or two.