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Prep: 10 mins
Cook: 10 mins
Ready In: 45 mins
Historical Values
During the Post World War II era, Brazil had a heated political debate, especially since the suspension of the elections happened in 1937, and the reimersion of it in late 1945. With a lot of the political parties wanting their representative to win, fundraising and merchandise were spread throughout Brazil, trying to win the people’s vote. One of the most popular presidential candidates was a military brigadier named Eduardo Gomes. Gomes supporters were thinking of ways to help support his platform. They eventually came up with the idea of Brigadeiro. The idea of this candy was that it was more fun than the traditional political merchandise being handed out.
https://www.santabarbarachocolate.com/blog/the-brigadeiro-history-and-brigadeiro-recipe-variations/
(paraphrasing based off the link above)
Cultural Values
● Due to Brazil being a poor country this sweet came into existence.
● Used a lot during the Brazilian election of 1945
● Common with afternoon tea and at parties.
● Just a fun easy treat.
Ingredients
· 3 Tablespoons Unsweetened cocoa
● “Cocoa was first developed as a crop in many ancient South American cultures, with the Aztecs and Mayans being the most well-known of these indigenous populations.”
● Spanish conquistadors added sugar and spices to sweeten the bitter cocoa.
○ https://www.worldcocoafoundation.org/blog/history-of-cocoa/
· 1 Tablespoon Unsalted butter
● Rumor has it a nomad made the first batch by accident
● Earliest records of butter consumption come from Roman and Arabian sources
○ http://www.butterjournal.com/butter-history
· 1 (14oz) Can Sweetened condensed milk
● Invented by Gail Borden in the early 1850s, canned condensed milk proved invaluable as a military ration in the 1860s.
● While fresh milk had spoiled due to long supply chains, canned milk was nutritious, portable, long-lasting and, crucially, safe.
○ https://www.nestle.co.nz/media/newsandfeatures/a-condensed-history
Preparation
In a medium saucepan over medium heat, combine cocoa, butter and condensed milk.
Cook, stirring, until thickened, about 10 minutes.
Remove from heat and let rest until cool enough to handle.
Form into small balls and eat at once or chill until serving.
(optional) roll in sprinkles or mini chocolate chips
Equipment Needed
- Cups (one that’s 1 cup and ⅔ cup)
- Saucepan/non-stick pan
- The stove
- Mini baking cups
- A wooden spoon
Works Cited
“The History of Butter.” Butter Journal, www.butterjournal.com/butter-history.
Mead-Long, Aaron. “History of Cocoa.” World Cocoa Foundation, 31 Jan. 2020, www.worldcocoafoundation.org/blog/history-of-cocoa/.
Nestlé, Receitas. “Brigadeiro.” Receitas Nestlé, 3 Nov. 2016, www.receitasnestle.com.br/receitas/brigadeiro.
Vishnefske, Chocolatier Jason. “The Brigadeiro: History and Brigadeiro Recipe Variations.” Santa Barbara Chocolate, 5 Sept. 2019, www.santabarbarachocolate.com/blog/the-brigadeiro-history-and-brigadeiro-recipe-variations/.
“A Condensed History: the Page Brothers and Anglo-Swiss.” Nestlé, 31 Mar. 2016, www.nestle.co.nz/media/newsandfeatures/a-condensed-history.
Abbey R, Lamia B, Elias A, Adam G
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