Brigadeiros (Similar to truffles)

By mariannefeldman

http://www.americastestkitchenfeed.com/recipes/homemade-brigadeiros/
Makes about 30 candies

If the candies stick to hands while rolling, spray them lightly with cooking spray. The thickened chocolate mixture can be chilled up to 24 hours. The finished candies can be stored in the refrigerator up to 3 days.

Ingredients

• 1 (14 ounce) can sweetened condensed milk
• 1/2 cup Dutch-process cocoa powder
• 2 tablespoons unsalted butter
• Sprinkles, colored sugar, nonpareils for coating

Preparation

Step 1

1. Combine sweetened condensed milk, cocoa powder, and butter in medium saucepot over medium-low heat.

2. Cook, stirring frequently, until mixture is very thick and rubber spatula holds its line across bottom of pan, about 25 minutes. Pour into a greased 8”x8” baking dish and refrigerate until cooled, at least 30 minutes.

3. Working with approximately 1 tablespoon pieces at a time, roll into 1-inch balls. Place small sprinkles in small bowls and roll chocolate in coatings until covered.