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    Published: Jul 2, 2018 · Modified: May 21, 2020 by Denise Browning · "This post may contain affiliate links which won’t change your price but will share some commission." · 8 Comments

    4-Ingredient Patriotic Brigadeiros

    Gluten Free

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    Patriotic Brigadeiros are gluten-free fudge balls made from 4 staple ingredients cooked in 15 minutes. A fun treat on-the-go to celebrate your 4th of July!

    patriotic Brigadeiros

    America’s Independence Day will be celebrated in just a few days. These 4-Ingredient Patriotic Brigadeiros are the perfect treat for celebrating the occasion because not only are they fun, but they are also easy to transport and are a real crowd pleaser.

    They are made from sweetened condensed milk, unsalted butter, pure vanilla extract and food coloring. So easy to prepare that even a kid could make them!

    They can be prepared ahead of time and stored in a clean airtight container at room temperature. They could be served at a bbq cookout, picnic, or indoor get-together, etc. and are a real favorite of both kids and adults.

    Try them and you will be hooked!

    These fudge balls are an adaptation of the classic Brazilian brigadeiros to sweeten this very American celebration with some immigrant pride. 🙂  As a Brazilian- immigrant-turned-US-citizen as of more than a decade ago, you can say this is one of my culinary contributions to my dear America.

    A piece of me sent to you with much love!

    How to Make Patriotic Brigadeiros

    Four combined images showing how to make patriotic briagadeiros

    To make about 20 patriotic brigadeiros, combine sweetened condensed milk with unsalted butter in a wide, no-stick pan over medium heat. Cook, stirring constantly, until obtaining a homogeneous mixture (without lumps).

    Mixture is ready when it thickens and begins to peel away or show the bottom of the pan when you scrape it with your wood spoon (about 10-15 minutes, depending on how potent your stovetop is). NOTE: The fudge mixture should be thick enough to reveal the bottom of the pan for a couple of seconds before the mixture levels out again.

    When the fudge mixture is ready, remove from the stovetop and stir in the vanilla extract. Next, place ⅓ of the mixture in the center of a large plate greased with unsalted butter.

    Place another ⅓ of the mixture in a bowl and stir in with blue food coloring. Then, place the remaining ⅓ of the mixture in another bowl and stir in red food coloring.

    Transfer both the blue and red mixtures to the greased plate as shown in the picture. Let cool completely!

    Using a tablespoon as measurement, scoop out one spoon of the white/red/blue mixture, and with greased hands, roll out into balls.

    Place each bowl into a paper bonbon cup, and if desired, place a few patriotic color star-sprinkles on top. Enjoy!

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    Close up image of patriotic brigadeiros piled up in a bowl
    candies decorated for the 4th of july
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    4-Ingredient Patriotic Brigadeiros

    Patriotic Brigadeiros are gluten-free fudge balls made from 4 staple ingredients cooked in 15 minutes. A fun treat on-the-go to celebrate your 4th of July!
    Course:Dessert
    Cuisine:American
    Keywords:brigadeiros, fudge, patriotic
    Prep Time 15 minutes
    Total Time 25 minutes
    Servings 20 brigadeiros
    Calories135 kcal
    Author Denise Browning

    Ingredients

    • 2 (14-oz) cans sweetened condensed milk
    • 1 ½ Tablespoons unsalted butter (one and a half tbsp)
    • 1 teaspoon pure vanilla extract
    • food coloring (Red and Blue)
    • red/white/blue sprinkles (optional)

    Instructions

    • Combine sweetened condensed milk with unsalted butter in a wide, no stick pan over medium heat. Cook, stirring constantly, until obtaining a homogeneous mixture (without lumps).
    • Mixture is ready when it thickens and starts to peel away or show the bottom of the pan when you scrape it with your wood spoon (about 10-15 minutes, depending on how potent your stovetop is).
    • NOTE: The fudge mixture should be thick enough to reveal the bottom of the pan for a couple of seconds before the mixture levels out again.
    • When the fudge mixture is ready, remove from the stovetop and stir in the vanilla extract. Next, spread ⅓ of the mixture in the center of a large plate greased with unsalted butter.
    • Place another ⅓ of the mixture in a bowl and stir in about 15 drops of blue food coloring and 2 drops of red. Then, place the remaining ⅓ of the fudge mixture in another bowl and stir in about 15 drops of red food coloring and 2 of blue.
    • Transfer both the blue and red mixtures to the greased plate, spreading them around the white as shown in one of the pictures above. Let cool completely!
    • Using a tablespoon as measurement, scoop out one spoon of the white/red/blue mixture (starting from the center to the edge of the plate) and with greased hands, roll out into balls.
    • Place each bowl into a paper bonbon cup and if desired, place a few patriotic color star-sprinkles on top. Enjoy!

    Recipe Notes

    1. Patriotic Brigadeiros may be stored in a clean airtight container at room temperature for up to 3 days. 
    2. These are an adaptation of the classic Brazilian Brigadeiros made with cocoa powder. Try this addictive recipe as well! 
     

    Nutrition

    Calories: 135kcal | Carbohydrates: 21g | Protein: 3g | Fat: 4g | Saturated Fat: 2g | Cholesterol: 15mg | Sodium: 50mg | Potassium: 146mg | Sugar: 21g | Vitamin A: 130IU | Vitamin C: 1mg | Calcium: 112mg | Iron: 0.1mg

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    1. SallyBR says

      July 03, 2018 at 11:10 am

      my gosh, I am all over this!

      I might must make it tomorrow and bring to the lab next day for a post-holiday fun!

      now imagine those dyed green and yellow to celebrate Brazil playing on Friday!

      Reply
    2. Raymund says

      July 04, 2018 at 12:31 am

      Very patriotic colours, very creative. Love the idea

      Reply
    3. Healthy Kitchen 101 says

      July 04, 2018 at 3:27 am

      The color is stunning! Now I know where it comes from since the first time I saw it in your instagram. xD
      - Natalie Ellis

      Reply
    4. Deb|EastofEdenCooking says

      July 04, 2018 at 8:53 am

      I adore the red, white and blue theme! Happy 4th Denise!

      Reply
    5. John / Kitchen Riffs says

      July 04, 2018 at 9:03 am

      Neat dish -- and they look great. You're right -- perfect for the 4th. Speaking of which, Happy 4th!

      Reply
    6. SallyBR says

      July 04, 2018 at 3:02 pm

      Just made them! Taking them to a dinner party tonight.....

      Reply
      • Denise Browning says

        July 07, 2018 at 7:59 pm

        So glad to hear that. I hope they enjoyed them.

        Reply
    7. Maria says

      July 05, 2018 at 1:01 am

      5 stars
      I am very much delighted and would really love to make these cupcakes.

      Reply

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