Brazilian Brigadeiro Banana Bread Chocolate Fudge Banana Bread with a Brigadeiro Twist Ingredients: For the Banana Bread: 3 ripe bananas, mashed 2 eggs ½ cup vegetable oil ½ cup granulated sugar ½ cup brown sugar 1 teaspoon vanilla extract 1 ½ cups all-purpose flour 1 teaspoon baking soda ½ teaspoon salt For the Brigadeiro Swirl & Topping: 1 can (14 oz) sweetened condensed milk 2 tablespoons unsweetened cocoa powder 1 tablespoon butter Pinch of salt Chocolate sprinkles (optional) Directions: Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C). Grease and line a 9x5-inch loaf pan. In a medium saucepan, make the brigadeiro: Combine condensed milk, cocoa powder, butter, and salt. Cook over medium heat, stirring constantly, until thickened (about 8–10 minutes). Set aside to cool slightly. In a large mixing bowl, whisk together mashed bananas, eggs, oil, both sugars, and vanilla. In another bowl, whisk flour, baking soda, and salt. Add to wet ingredients and stir until just combined. Pour half the banana bread batter into the loaf pan. Dollop and swirl in half the brigadeiro mixture. Add the remaining batter and swirl in the rest of the brigadeiro on top. Bake for 50–60 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted comes out clean (watch for chocolate swirls). Cool in the pan for 10 minutes before transferring to a wire rack. Optionally, sprinkle chocolate sprinkles on top while warm. Prep Time: 20 minutes | Cooking Time: 55 minutes | Total Time: 1 hour 15 minutes Kcal: 345 kcal | Servings: 10 slices #brigadeiro #bananabreadrecipe #brazilianinspired #fusiondessert #chocolatebananabread #sweetenedcondensedmilk #homemadebananabread #braziliandesserts #easybaking #bananabreadlove #brazilianflavors #decadentdesserts #coffeecake #bananachocolatebread #chocolateswirl #comfortbaking #loafcake #brazilianfusion #sweettoothfix #dessertloaf Banana bread just got a Brazilian twist! Say hello to Brigadeiro Banana Bread — swirled with rich chocolate fudge and pure comfort in every bite!

Brazilian Picanha – Grilled Rump Cap Brazil’s most famous barbecue cut, Picanha is a tender and flavorful rump cap grilled over open flames and often served sliced with coarse salt. Ingredients (Serves 4): * 1.2kg picanha (rump cap) beef cut * Coarse sea salt * Optional: garlic powder, black pepper Instructions: 1. Score the fat cap lightly and season generously with coarse salt. 2. Grill over high heat to sear, then move to indirect heat to cook to medium-rare (~30 minutes). 3. Let rest before slicing thinly against the grain. 4. Serve with farofa, vinaigrette, and rice. Brazilian Tip: Serve with vinagrete salsa made from tomatoes, onions, vinegar, and olive oil.

Brazilian Moqueca Baiana – Fish Stew with Coconut Milk and Palm Oil A vibrant Brazilian fish stew from Bahia, made with fresh fish, coconut milk, dendê (palm) oil, and peppers, full of tropical flavors. Ingredients (Serves 4): * 600g firm white fish fillets (snapper or cod) * 1 onion, sliced * 1 red bell pepper, sliced * 2 tomatoes, chopped * 2 cloves garlic, minced * 200ml coconut milk * 2 tbsp dendê oil (or substitute with olive oil + smoked paprika) * Fresh cilantro, lime juice, salt, pepper Instructions: 1. In a pan, sauté onion, garlic, and peppers in dendê oil until soft. 2. Add tomatoes and cook down. 3. Add fish and coconut milk, simmer gently until fish is cooked through (about 10 minutes). 4. Season with salt, pepper, and lime juice. Garnish with cilantro. Brazilian Tip: Serve with white rice and farofa (toasted cassava flour) for authentic taste.

Brazilian Brigadeiros Ingredients: - 1 can sweetened condensed milk - 2 tbsp unsweetened cocoa powder - 2 tbsp unsalted butter - Chocolate sprinkles (for rolling) Preparation Steps: 1. In a medium saucepan, combine the sweetened condensed milk, cocoa powder, and butter. 2. Cook over medium heat, stirring constantly, until the mixture thickens and pulls away from the sides of the pan (about 10-15 minutes). 3. Remove from heat and allow to cool for about 15 minutes. 4. Once cool, grease your hands with a little butter and shape the mixture into small balls (about 1 inch in diameter). 5. Roll the balls in chocolate sprinkles to coat evenly. 6. Place the brigadeiros in paper cups and let them set. Prep Time: 15 mins | Cooking Time: 15 mins | Total Time: 30 mins Calories: 70 kcal per serving | Servings: 12 servings Suggested Pairings: Serve with fresh fruit, coffee, or a glass of milk for a delightful treat! #brigadeiros #brazilianfood #chocolatetreats

Looking for a delightful treat to satisfy your sweet tooth? Brazilian Brigadeiros Ingredients: - 1 can sweetened condensed milk - 2 tbsp unsweetened cocoa powder - 2 tbsp unsalted butter - A pinch of salt - Chocolate sprinkles (for rolling) Preparation Steps: 1. In a medium saucepan, combine the sweetened condensed milk, cocoa powder, butter, and salt. 2. Cook over medium heat, stirring constantly until the mixture thickens and pulls away from the sides of the pan (about 10-15 minutes). 3. Remove from heat and let cool for a few minutes. 4. Grease your hands with butter, then scoop out small portions of the mixture and roll into balls. 5. Roll each ball in chocolate sprinkles until fully coated. 6. Place the brigadeiros on a plate and let them cool completely. Prep Time: 10 mins | Cooking Time: 15 mins | Total Time: 25 mins Calories: 120 kcal per serving | Servings: 10 servings Suggested Pairings: Enjoy these brigadeiros with a hot cup of coffee or tea for the perfect pairing! #sweettooth #brazilianflavors #homemade