I started this weeks dessert with a few things against me. First, I am not a cake baker. I don't have the finesse and attention to detail required for the beauty of cakes. Secondly, the dessert that i was making, Black Forrest Cake, while pretty popular here in The States, had never been a favorite of mine. Thirdly, most of the ingredients were not easily accessible where i live.
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Brigaderos - Week 3 - Brazil
Our treat for today, Brigaderos, are something of a pop icon in their native Brazil. You can find the classic fudge-y truffle everywhere, but there is also the trend for gourmet versions with all kinds of toppings and flavors. For example check out the flavors from Simply Brigadeiro
Consisting of basically three main ingredients and the toppings, Brigaderos are deceivingly simple to make, and pack a big bang for their buck, thus making them the perfect party treat. You will definitely look like you slaved away in the kitchen making them. Children's
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