Handcrafted Brigadeiros
Made Fresh in Miami

A brigadeiro is a traditional Brazilian chocolate confection (often called a Brazilian chocolate ball) made from three ingredients: sweetened condensed milk, cocoa powder, and butter. The mixture is cooked until thick, rolled into small balls, and coated in chocolate sprinkles. They originated in Brazil in the 1940s and have been the centerpiece of Brazilian celebrations ever since. Sprinkle+Bean makes them by hand in Miami using an authentic Brazilian family recipe. Read the full story on brigadeiros →

Brigadeiros are made from sweetened condensed milk, unsweetened cocoa powder, and butter. That's it. Unlike truffles, which are made from cream and ganache, brigadeiros get their distinctive fudgy texture purely from the reduction of condensed milk. Toppings vary by flavor — classic brigadeiros are rolled in chocolate sprinkles, while other varieties use crushed nuts, coconut flakes, or specialty coatings.

No, brigadeiros don't need to be refrigerated. Keep them at room temperature in a cool, dry spot. Refrigeration causes the chocolate coating to sweat and the texture to firm up in a way that isn't ideal. Left out, they stay soft, fresh, and exactly as they should be.

Sprinkle+Bean brigadeiros stay fresh for up to 7 days at room temperature and up to 14 days when refrigerated. Each order includes a freshness note with the specific date they were made and the best-by date. Because they're made fresh to order, your brigadeiros ship as close to their made-on date as possible.

Classic brigadeiros are naturally gluten free, made from condensed milk, cocoa, butter, and chocolate sprinkles with no wheat-based ingredients. Sprinkle+Bean brigadeiros are made in a kitchen that handles multiple ingredients. If you have a severe gluten allergy or celiac disease, please contact us before ordering and we'll tell you honestly what we can and can't accommodate.

Yes. Sprinkle+Bean ships brigadeiros to all 50 states. Orders are made fresh and shipped with care to arrive in perfect condition. Can't find a brigadeiro bakery near you? We're the solution — handcrafted in Miami, delivered to your door. Shop the full collection here.

Brigadeiros taste like a deeply rich, fudgy chocolate. Somewhere between a soft caramel and a dense chocolate truffle, but the texture is something you won't find in either. The condensed milk gives them a sweetness that doesn't overdo it, and the chocolate coating adds a little crunch. Most people who try one for the first time immediately reach for a second.

Traditional brigadeiros are not dairy-free or vegan. They're made with sweetened condensed milk and butter. If you have dietary restrictions, send us a message before you order and we'll be straight with you about what works.