Rich Coffee Brigadeiros

In a medium saucepan, combine the sweetened condensed milk, cocoa powder, and instant espresso powder. Mix well until smooth.

Add the unsalted butter to the saucepan. Cook over medium-low heat, stirring constantly with a silicone spatula, for 10-12 minutes, or until the mixture thickens and pulls away from the bottom and sides of the pan when tilted.

Transfer the mixture to a buttered plate and let it cool completely at room temperature for at least 30 minutes, or chill in the refrigerator for 15 minutes.

Once cooled, lightly butter your hands. Roll small portions of the mixture (about 1 tablespoon each) into smooth balls.

In a shallow dish, combine the chocolate sprinkles and granulated sugar. Roll each brigadeiro in the mixture until fully coated.

Place the coated brigadeiros into small paper candy cups, if desired, and serve.