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Paçoca with condensed milk, peanuts and other ingredients
Delicious and simple paçoca with peanuts and condensed milk

Easy Brazilian Peanut Fudge (Paçoca)

Author: Flavelo
Recipes Cakes and Desserts
Paçoca (pronounced pah-so-kah) is Brazil's answer to peanut butter, but it's so much more: a dense, sweet-and-salty energy bomb. Originally made with cassava flour, this modern homemade version uses condensed milk as a binder, resulting in a fudge-like, creamy texture. Roasting the peanuts is key: it brings out those deep, nutty flavors that counterbalance the intense sweetness of the condensed milk.
🕒 Prep Time 15 mins
🍳 Cook Time 10 mins
⌛ Total Time 55 mins
🍽️ Servings 12 servings
🔥 Calories 380 kcal
🌍 Cuisine Brazilian

Ingredients

Equipment Needed

  • Skillet for roasting
  • Food processor
  • Mixing bowl
  • Square pan or tray

Allergen Information

⚠️ Milk
⚠️ Peanuts

Instructions

1 ✓

Place the peanuts in a dry skillet and roast over medium heat, shaking constantly, until golden brown (approx. 5-8 minutes). Let cool completely.

Tip: Roasting brings peanut oils to the surface and concentrates flavor. Don't process hot peanuts or you'll get peanut butter!
2 ✓

Pulse the cooled peanuts in a food processor until you have fine crumbs (don't pulverize completely; leave some small bits for crunch).

Tip: The play of textures makes this sweet exciting.
3 ✓

In a bowl, mix the peanut butter and condensed milk. Add the ground peanuts and a pinch of salt.

Tip: The sugar content and density of the condensed milk will bind the mass without cooking.
4 ✓

Mix by hand or with a wooden spoon until you have a uniform, moldable dough. If too soft, add the powdered sugar.

Tip: Consistency may vary depending on temperature.
5 ✓

Press the mixture into a parchment-lined pan, or shape into balls/cylinders by hand. Refrigerate for at least 30 minutes to set.

Tip: Cooling resolidifies the fats, making it sliceable.

Recipe FAQ

Can I use salted peanuts?
Yes, absolutely! Salted peanuts actually enhance the sweet flavor balance. Just omit the extra salt in the recipe.
How long does it keep?
In an airtight container in the fridge for up to 2 weeks, though they will start to soften at room temperature.

Ingredients

  • 1 cup Peanuts (raw, skinless)
  • 0.75 cup Creamy Peanut Butter
  • 1 can (14 oz) Sweetened Condensed Milk
  • 0.25 cup Powdered Sugar (optional, for firmness)
  • 1 pinch Salt (if peanuts are unsalted)