Brigadeiro Chocolate Cake (Brazilian Style)

Moist, chocolatey, and topped with creamy brigadeiro fudge, this Brigadeiro Chocolate Cake is Brazil’s answer to ultimate dessert indulgence. With a soft, rich crumb and a luscious cocoa topping, this is the cake for serious chocolate lovers.

Why You’ll Love This Cake:

• Features Brazil’s iconic brigadeiro fudge as the topping

• Incredibly moist and rich with deep cocoa flavor

• No fancy equipment needed — just mix, bake, and pour!

• Perfect for birthdays, celebrations, or a sweet weekend treat

Servings: 10–12

⏱️ Prep Time: 25 minutes
⏲️ Bake Time: 35–40 minutes
️ Oven Temp: 180°C / 350°F

Ingredients

For the Cake:

• 2 cups all-purpose flour

• 1½ cups sugar

• 1 cup milk

• ¾ cup cocoa powder

• ½ cup vegetable oil

• 3 large eggs

• 1 tbsp baking powder

• 1 tsp vanilla extract

For the Brigadeiro Topping:

• 1 can sweetened condensed milk (395 g)

• 2 tbsp unsweetened cocoa powder

• 1 tbsp butter

• 100 ml (½ cup) heavy cream or milk (optional for a softer topping)

• Chocolate sprinkles (optional, for decorating)

‍ Instructions

Make the Cake:

1. Preheat your oven to 180°C (350°F). Grease and flour a 9-inch round or rectangular cake pan.

2. In a large bowl, whisk together the eggs, sugar, milk, oil, and vanilla until combined.

3. Sift in the flour, cocoa powder, and baking powder. Stir until smooth and well blended.

4. Pour the batter into the prepared pan and bake for 35–40 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted in the center comes out clean.

5. Let the cake cool completely before topping.

Make the Brigadeiro Topping:

1. In a saucepan over low heat, combine the condensed milk, cocoa powder, and butter.

2. Cook while stirring constantly until the mixture thickens to a fudge-like consistency (about 10 minutes).

3. For a pourable topping, stir in cream or milk toward the end of cooking.

4. Pour the warm brigadeiro mixture over the cooled cake and spread evenly.

5. Optionally, decorate with chocolate sprinkles for an authentic Brazilian finish.

Nutrition (Per Slice – Approx.)

• Calories: 360

• Carbs: 45g

• Fat: 18g

• Sugar: 30g

• Protein: 6g

Tips & Variations

• Use dark cocoa powder for a richer flavor

• Add a pinch of espresso powder to the batter for depth

• Top with shaved chocolate, chopped nuts, or berries for a gourmet twist

• This cake also works beautifully as cupcakes or sheet cake squares

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