Beijinho

Description

Beijinhos, literally translated to little kisses , are popular Brazilian treats made from sweetened condensed milk, butter, and coconut. Rolled into tiny balls, topped with some more shredded coconut and a clove on top, beijinhos are traditionally served at children's birthday parties, but loved by young and old alike. Beijinho is the coconut version of the popular Brazilian dessert brigadeiro , made with cocoa powder instead of coconut. The sweet treats can also be used as a filling for dried plums, in which case the dessert is called olho-de-sogra , literally translated to mother-in-law's eyes . Although the treats are simple to prepare at home, they can also be found throughout Brazil, at small stores called doceiras .