If you are looking for a quick, delicious recipe that can even help you earn some extra money, you’ve come to the right place! Today, we are learning how to make the incredible Mini Palha Italiana (Brazilian Chocolate Biscuit Squares) with milk powder. It is a treat that will capture your taste buds and the hearts of everyone who tries it.
Ingredients:
- 7 oz (200g) Maria or Digestive biscuits
- 1 can (14 oz / 395g) sweetened condensed milk
- 1 carton (approx. 7 oz / 200g) table cream (or heavy cream)
- 3 tbsp unsweetened cocoa powder
- 1 tbsp unsalted butter
- 7 oz (200g) semi-sweet chocolate, chopped
- Dry milk powder for coating
How to Prepare Mini Palha Italiana:
- Start by breaking the biscuits into small pieces. In a saucepan (off the heat), combine the sweetened condensed milk, cream, cocoa powder, and butter. Whisk well until the cocoa is fully dissolved.
- Place the pan over medium heat and stir constantly until it begins to simmer. Once it reaches this point, add the semi-sweet chocolate and continue stirring until the mixture thickens and begins to pull away from the bottom of the pan.
- Remove from heat and stir in the broken biscuits, coating them completely in the chocolate mixture.
- Line an 8×8-inch or 9×9-inch baking dish with plastic wrap, leaving enough overhang on the sides. Pour the mixture into the dish and smooth out the top. Cover with the excess plastic wrap and refrigerate for at least 2 hours until firm.
- Once firm, remove from the dish and cut into equal-sized bite-sized squares.
- Roll each square in dry milk powder, coating all sides. Shake off excess and, if desired, place in mini paper cupcake liners to serve.
Pro Tip:
This dessert is a fantastic option for parties or for selling. Using paper liners makes them look professional for events, while wrapping individual squares in small clear bags is perfect for individual sales.
Prep time: Approximately 30 minutes, plus 2 hours of refrigeration.
Yield: About 20 servings, depending on the size of the pieces.
A Little Background:
Mini Palha Italiana is a compact, practical version of the traditional Brazilian “Italian Straw”—a beloved dessert in Brazil. The combination of crunchy textures with the irresistible flavor of chocolate and milk powder is sure to impress even the most discerning palate.
Try this delicious treat for your next dessert or to surprise your customers. I’m sure it will be an absolute success! Did you enjoy the recipe? Share it with friends and family to help spread the word about this culinary wonder. And don’t forget to subscribe to our blog for more amazing recipes. See you next time!