| Alternate name | Branquinho (in Rio Grande do Sul) |
|---|---|
| Country | Brazil |
| Main ingredient | Grated coconut, condensed milk |
Beijinho (bej'ʒĩɲu; "little kiss" in English), also known as branquinho ("little white one"), is a typical Brazilian birthday party candy[1] prepared with condensed milk, grated desiccated coconut, rolled over caster sugar or grated coconut and frequently topped with a clove.
Beijinho is the coconut version of the Brazilian brigadeiro. When rolled, it can be covered with granulated sugar or grated coconut. Traditionally a single clove is stuck in the top of the candy.
It is believed[2] that Beijinho was originally called "Nun's kiss" and formerly made with almonds, water and sugar.
See also
References
- ^ Tatum, C.M. (2013). Encyclopedia of Latino Culture: From Calaveras to Quinceaneras. Cultures of the American Mosaic. ABC-CLIO. p. 429. ISBN 978-1-4408-0099-3. Retrieved July 5, 2019.
- ^ "Você conhece a História do Beijinho?" (in Brazilian Portuguese). Archived 2012-11-26 at the Wayback Machine.