Description
Brigadeirao is a rich and creamy Brazilian chocolate fudge flan that blends the smooth texture of traditional flan with the deep, indulgent flavor of chocolate brigadeiros.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 can (14 ounces) sweetened condensed milk
- 1 can (12 ounces) evaporated milk
- 1 can (13 ounces) coconut milk
- 4 large eggs
- 1 cup unsweetened cocoa powder
- 1 cup sugar (divided)
- 1 tablespoon unsalted butter
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- A pinch of salt
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C). Grease a bundt or fluted pan with unsalted butter.
- In a mixing bowl, combine condensed milk, evaporated milk, coconut milk, eggs, cocoa powder, ½ cup sugar, butter, vanilla extract, and salt. Blend until smooth.
- In a small saucepan over medium heat, melt the remaining ½ cup of sugar to make caramel. Swirl gently until golden, then pour into the prepared pan to coat the bottom and sides.
- Pour the chocolate mixture into the pan over the caramel. Fill only to about ¾ full.
- Place the pan into a larger roasting pan and fill with hot water halfway up the sides. Bake in the oven for 50-60 minutes, or until the center is set.
- Cool the flan in the water bath for 10-15 minutes, then place on a wire rack to cool completely. Refrigerate for at least 4 hours or overnight.
- To serve, invert the flan onto a serving plate and let the caramel drizzle over. Slice and enjoy.
Notes
- For a dairy-free version, substitute with plant-based milk options like coconut or almond milk.
- Add instant coffee for a mocha twist or nuts for added texture.
- Refrigerating overnight improves texture and flavor.
- Use caution when making caramel as it becomes very hot.
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 60 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: Brazilian
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 slice
- Calories: 310
- Sugar: 38g
- Sodium: 95mg
- Fat: 15g
- Saturated Fat: 11g
- Unsaturated Fat: 3g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 38g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 6g
- Cholesterol: 90mg
Keywords: brigadeirao, Brazilian dessert, chocolate flan, fudge flan, flan recipe, easy flan