Best 4 Paçoca Brazilian Peanut Candy Recipes

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Paçoca is a traditional Brazilian peanut candy that is popular throughout the country and often associated with the June Festival celebrations. This delicious treat has a unique texture and flavor that make it a favorite among people of all ages. There are many variations of paçoca recipes, each with its own unique twist on the classic recipe. In this article, we will explore some of the best paçoca recipes that are sure to satisfy your sweet tooth and help you create the perfect paçoca for any occasion.

Here are our top 4 tried and tested recipes!

PAçOCA CHOCOLATE TRIFLE RECIPE BY TASTY



Paçoca Chocolate Trifle Recipe by Tasty image

Here's what you need: sweetened condensed milk, milk, cornstarch, heavy cream, pacocas, sweetened condensed milk, milk, cornstarch, heavy cream, semisweet chocolate, heavy cream, semisweet chocolate, milk, graham cracker, peanut butter

Provided by Spencer Kombol

Categories     Desserts

Yield 9 servings

Number Of Ingredients 15

7 oz sweetened condensed milk, 1/2 can
10 fl oz milk
2 tablespoons cornstarch
4 fl oz heavy cream
3 pacocas, peanut candy
7 oz sweetened condensed milk, 1/2 can
10 fl oz milk
2 tablespoons cornstarch
4 fl oz heavy cream
3 ½ oz semisweet chocolate
8 fl oz heavy cream
5 oz semisweet chocolate
1 cup milk
12 oz graham cracker
peanut butter, crumbed

Steps:

  • In a small pan, pour the sweetened condensed milk, milk, cornstarch, heavy cream, and the paçocas. Dissolve the cornstarch in the milk before putting in the pan. Cook over medium heat and mix well until it becomes creamy. Set aside.
  • Repeat the process with the chocolate pudding. Set aside.
  • In a square tray, put a layer of graham crackers soaked in milk, then a layer of the paçoca pudding, then cover with the graham crackers soaked in milk. Add a layer of the semisweet chocolate pudding. Repeat until the tray is full.
  • Melt the semisweet chocolate with the heavy cream on the microwave for 1 minute or until it melts completely.
  • Spread the ganache over the trifle and refrigerate for 4 hours.
  • Spread crumbled paçocas over the trifle.
  • Enjoy!

Nutrition Facts : Calories 1142 calories, Carbohydrate 126 grams, Fat 67 grams, Fiber 4 grams, Protein 23 grams, Sugar 77 grams

PAçOCA (BRAZILIAN PEANUT CANDY)



Paçoca (Brazilian Peanut Candy) image

This no-cook candy tastes somewhat like the inside of a Reese's peanut butter cup. It can be eaten on its own, or crumbled as a topping for ice cream or cake. (There is also a brazilian beef dish which people in the north of the country call "paçoca". It's more broadly known as paçoca de pilão to distinguish it from this candy.) Manioc is also known as cassava.

Provided by realbirdlady

Categories     Brazilian

Time 15m

Yield 32 squares, 16 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 5

1 1/2 cups peanuts, lightly salted
1 1/4 cups light brown sugar
3/4 cup manioc flour
1 pinch salt
1/4 cup condensed milk (as needed)

Steps:

  • In a food processor, finely grind the peanuts with the dry ingredients.
  • Add a tablespoon of condensed milk and process for 30 seconds. Check if mixture is starting to come together by pressing some into a ball with your fingers. If the mixture will form a ball that stays together well, it's ready. If it is still too crumbly, add more condensed milk and process.
  • Firmly press mixture into a square 8 inch by 8 inch pan lined with wax paper. You can also use greased cookie cutters (simple shapes) to cut pieces out of the candy, or press the candy into molds to shape it.
  • Remove candy from pan by lifting out the wax paper, and cut into smaller squares.
  • Store in an airtight container.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 158.3, Fat 7.2, SaturatedFat 1.2, Cholesterol 1.6, Sodium 23, Carbohydrate 21.7, Fiber 1.2, Sugar 19.8, Protein 3.9

PACOCA



Pacoca image

Pacoca (Brazilian peanut candy) is an easy treat that has only five ingredients! It's a popular sweet in Brazil, and after you try it, I'm sure you'll love it, too. -Francine Lizotte, Surrey, British Columbia

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Desserts

Time 15m

Yield 81 pieces (about 2 pounds).

Number Of Ingredients 6

9 whole graham crackers
1-3/4 cups dry-roasted peanuts
2 tablespoons sugar
1 can (14 ounces) sweetened condensed milk
1/2 teaspoon vanilla extract
Dash Himalayan sea salt

Steps:

  • Line a 9-in. square baking pan with parchment, letting ends extend up sides. Place graham crackers and peanuts in a food processor; pulse until just ground. Add sugar; process 10 seconds. Add sweetened condensed milk, vanilla and salt; pulse until dough comes together., Press dough into prepared pan. Refrigerate, covered, at least 4 hours or overnight. Lifting with parchment, remove from pan. Cut into bars. Store in an airtight container.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 42 calories, Fat 2g fat (1g saturated fat), Cholesterol 2mg cholesterol, Sodium 44mg sodium, Carbohydrate 5g carbohydrate (4g sugars, Fiber 0 fiber), Protein 1g protein.

PAçOCA



Paçoca image

Paçoca is such an easy recipe with only 5 ingredients! It's a popular candy in Brazil and after you try it, I'm sure you'll love it too...

Provided by Francine Lizotte

Categories     Snacks

Time 4h10m

Number Of Ingredients 5

9 ounces (about 2 cups) dry roasted peanuts, lightly salted
10.5 ounces Graham Crackers
2 tbsp. vanilla sugar (tips & tricks)
1 can (14 oz.) sweetened condensed milk
1 pinch ground Himalayan sea salt

Steps:

  • Line a 9x9 baking dish with wax paper and set aside.
  • In the bowl of a food processor, add peanuts and crackers and pulse until barely combined. Add vanilla sugar and process for 10 seconds before pouring in sweetened condensed milk; process until the dough is formed. If wanted, add salt during the process.
  • Transfer the mixture to the prepared baking dish and compact it with clean hands. To smooth and level it out, use a small measuring cup.
  • Cover and transfer to the fridge for at least 4 hours or overnight.
  • Remove from the dish by lifting the wax paper and cut it into squares. Place the squares in an airtight container.

Tips for Making Pao de Mel:

- Use fresh ingredients for the best flavor. - Cream the butter and sugar together until light and fluffy. This will help to incorporate air into the mixture, making the cookies lighter and airier. - Gradually add the eggs, one at a time, beating well after each addition. This will help to prevent the eggs from curdling. - Stir in the dry ingredients until just combined. Overmixing will make the cookies tough. - Chill the dough for at least 30 minutes before baking. This will help the cookies to hold their shape and prevent them from spreading too much. - Bake the cookies in a preheated oven. This will help to ensure that they bake evenly. - Let the cookies cool completely before storing them. This will help to prevent them from becoming soggy.

Conclusion:

Pao de Mel is a delicious and easy-to-make Brazilian peanut candy. It is perfect for any occasion, and it is sure to be a hit with everyone who tries it. With its unique flavor and texture, Pao de Mel is a truly special treat that is sure to leave you wanting more. So next time you're looking for a delicious and easy-to-make dessert, give Pao de Mel a try. You won't be disappointed!

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