Morango cravejado dessert becomes viral culinary trend in Brazil

The dessert known as ‘morango cravejado’ (jeweled strawberry) has become a viral culinary trend in Brazil. The treat typically consists of fresh strawberries wrapped in white brigadeiro or white chocolate, finished with crunchy elements such as crystallized sugar or red caramel crystals to create a visual effect resembling gemstones.

Several confectionery brands have introduced their own versions of the dessert to meet social media demand. Ofner offers a limited edition version featuring white brigadeiro and crystallized sugar, while Amor aos Pedaços combines the fruit with white chocolate and strawberry-flavored crunch. PikurruchA’S utilizes caramel crystals from ‘maçã do amor’ to achieve the characteristic texture.

Gastronomy experts, including instructors from Estácio, note that the preparation requires precision, particularly in ensuring the fruit is completely dry to allow the brigadeiro and chocolate to adhere properly. The recipe involves cooking a milk powder brigadeiro, coating the strawberry, and dipping it into white chocolate mixed with red caramel shards.