Cashew and Coconut Brigadeiro Truffles

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A Brazilian dessert twist on classic brigadeiros, blending rich condensed milk with toasted cashews and coconut for chewy, nutty truffles. This Brazilian-inspired recipe, ready in about 25 minutes, layers sweetened condensed milk, unsweetened shredded coconut, unsalted butter into a dessert worth slowing down for — great for weekend baking, holiday tables, or any time you want a sweet payoff at the end of a meal. Each serving lands at about 120 calories and feeds 12, so it slots into a weekend bake or a special-occasion dessert tray. Tap "Plan a meal with the AI" below to drop this recipe into your week and send the ingredients straight to Instacart. Nutrition values are approximate, calculated from USDA FoodData Central (fdc.nal.usda.gov) — verify against ingredient labels for any health-driven dietary plan.

Prep: 10 min Cook: 15 min Serves 12 Brazilian cuisine 120 cal/serving
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Ingredients

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Instructions

  1. Step 1: In a medium nonstick saucepan, combine 1 can (14 oz) sweetened condensed milk, 1/2 cup unsweetened shredded coconut, 2 tbsp unsalted butter, and a pinch of salt. Cook over medium-low heat, stirring constantly with a wooden spoon for 12-15 minutes until the mixture thickens and starts to pull away from the sides of the pan.
  2. Step 2: Remove from heat and stir in 1/3 cup finely chopped roasted cashews. Transfer the mixture to a greased plate and let cool to room temperature, about 1 hour.
  3. Step 3: Once cooled, grease your hands with butter and roll the mixture into 1-inch balls. Roll each ball in additional shredded coconut to coat evenly.
  4. Step 4: Place the brigadeiros in mini paper cups and refrigerate for at least 30 minutes before serving to let them firm up.

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