Cajuzinho , or “little cashews” in Portuguese, are traditional Brazilian sweets, often served at birthday and end-of-year celebrations . These little candies are made from peanuts, sugar and condensed milk, and their shape resembles that of a cashew nut. They are a bit reminiscent of snikers and are irresistible for peanut lovers, but much less so for those on a diet!. Naturally gluten-free, Cajuzinho are perfect for a sweet finishing touch for your meals or buffets.
Ingredients
Preparation
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Prepare the Cajuzinho dough: In a saucepan over medium heat, pour the sweetened condensed milk, ground peanuts, cocoa powder, and butter. Stir constantly to prevent the mixture from sticking, using a wooden spoon. Cook for about 10 to 15 minutes, until the mixture thickens and releases easily from the sides of the pan.
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Cool the dough: Transfer the dough to a lightly buttered dish and let it cool completely to room temperature. It must be firm enough to be able to be shaped.
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Shape the Cajuzinho: Once the dough has cooled, take a small amount of dough (about a teaspoon) and roll it between your hands to form small cones or oval shapes, reminiscent of a cashew nut.
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Coat and decorate: Roll each Cajuzinho in the granulated sugar to lightly coat them. Next, insert half a peanut or a whole peanut on top of each Cajuzinho for decoration, pressing lightly to hold it in place.
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Serve: Arrange the Cajuzinho in paper cases for a festive presentation and serve them at room temperature.
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