Brazilian Pistachio Condensed Milk Truffles
Brazilian Pistachio Condensed Milk Truffles are a creamy and nutty twist on the classic brigadeiro, made with pistachio paste, condensed milk, and white chocolate. Rolled in roasted pistachios, they are perfect as elegant bite-sized treats or with an optional crunchy base for a dessert-bar style presentation.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 12 minutes
- Total Time: 1 hour 30 minutes
- Yield: 18–20 truffles
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Stovetop
- Cuisine: Brazilian
- Diet: Gluten Free
Ingredients
1 (14 oz) can sweetened condensed milk
4 oz (115 g) white chocolate, chopped
2 tablespoons unsalted butter
1/4 cup pistachio paste (unsweetened)
1 teaspoon pure vanilla extract
Pinch of salt
1 cup finely chopped roasted pistachios (for coating)
1 cup digestive biscuits or graham crackers, finely crushed (optional, for base)
4 tablespoons melted butter (optional, for base)
2 tablespoons sugar (optional, for base)
Instructions
- In a medium saucepan, combine condensed milk, white chocolate, butter, pistachio paste, vanilla, and salt.
- Cook over medium-low heat, stirring constantly, until the mixture thickens and pulls away from the pan sides (about 10–12 minutes).
- Transfer the mixture to a greased dish, cover with plastic wrap, and let it cool completely at room temperature.
- If making the base, mix crushed biscuits, melted butter, and sugar. Press firmly into a lined dish and refrigerate while the mixture cools.
- Once cooled, scoop small portions of the mixture and roll into balls with greased hands.
- Roll each ball in the chopped pistachios to coat evenly.
- If using the base, place truffles on top, press gently, and cut into squares.
- Chill truffles for 30 minutes before serving for best texture.
Notes
Coat truffles with coconut, cocoa powder, or sprinkles for variety.
Add cardamom or rosewater for a Middle Eastern twist.
Store in the fridge for up to 5 days or freeze for up to 2 months.
Use gluten-free cookies if making the base to keep them gluten-free.
Grease hands lightly to prevent sticking when rolling.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 truffle
- Calories: 120
- Sugar: 10 g
- Sodium: 30 mg
- Fat: 7 g
- Saturated Fat: 3 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 3.5 g
- Trans Fat: 0 g
- Carbohydrates: 12 g
- Fiber: 1 g
- Protein: 2 g
- Cholesterol: 10 mg
