Brazilian Strawberry Gelatin Candy Balls
These vibrant little candy balls are a beloved Brazilian sweet made with condensed milk and strawberry gelatin powder for a fruity, melt-in-your-mouth bite. With just four pantry staples and 15 minutes of active cooking, they are one of the easiest homemade candies you will ever make. Perfect for birthday parties, holiday gift boxes, or any time you need a crowd-pleasing treat.
🛒 Ingredients
60 servings
- 1 can sweetened condensed milk (14 oz / 395 g)
- 1 tablespoon unsalted margarine
- 1 package strawberry gelatin powder (3 oz / 85 g) — raspberry, grape or blackcurrant also work
- Sifted granulated sugar for coating
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Directions
- 1
Combine the sweetened condensed milk and margarine in a heavy-bottomed saucepan.
- 2
Cook over low heat, stirring continuously with a wooden spoon or heatproof spatula, until the mixture comes to a gentle boil.
- 3
Once bubbling, pour in the dry gelatin powder straight from the packet — no need to dissolve it first.
- 4
Keep stirring over low heat for about 10–12 minutes until the mixture thickens and pulls cleanly away from the bottom and sides of the pan.
- 5
Pour into a lightly greased dish and allow to cool completely at room temperature.
- 6
With lightly greased hands, roll the mixture into marble-sized balls and coat each one generously in sifted granulated sugar.
💡 Chef's Tip
Try different gelatin flavors — raspberry, grape, lemon or lime — to create a colorful candy platter. Store in an airtight container at room temperature for up to 5 days.
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