Rita Lobo's Brigadeiro

Mix the cocoa powder with the milk. If you are using pure cocoa powder, dissolve it completely in the milk over low heat beforehand to prevent clumping.

Add the sweetened condensed milk and butter to the saucepan with the milk and chocolate mixture.

Place the mixture over heat and stir continuously for approximately 15 minutes after it starts to boil, without stopping, to ensure creaminess and prevent the bottom from burning or sticking.

Remove the mixture from the heat when it reaches the desired consistency for rolling.

Let the mixture cool completely before handling and rolling.

Optionally, if you prefer a 'cleaner' version than industrial sprinkles, roll the brigadeiros in cacao nibs, chocolate shavings, or sprinkles made from real chocolate.