Chocolate Cake with Brigadeiro
A decadent, moist chocolate cake layered with rich Brazilian brigadeiro frosting—irresistible and mouth-watering.
Ingredients
For the Cake:
250 g all-purpose flour
200 g sugar
75 g cocoa powder
1 tsp baking powder
1 tsp baking soda
½ tsp salt
2 eggs
120 ml vegetable oil
200 ml milk
1 tsp vanilla extract
For the Brigadeiro Frosting:
1 can sweetened condensed milk (397 g)
2 tbsp cocoa powder
2 tbsp butter
100 ml heavy cream
Instructions
Prepare cake batter: Mix flour, sugar, cocoa, baking powder, baking soda, and salt. Add eggs, oil, milk, and vanilla. Whisk until smooth.
Bake: Pour into greased pan. Bake at 180°C (350°F) for 30–35 minutes until a toothpick comes out clean. Cool completely.
Make brigadeiro frosting: In saucepan, combine condensed milk, cocoa, and butter. Cook over medium heat, stirring until thickened. Add heavy cream and mix until glossy.
Assemble: Spread brigadeiro frosting over cooled cake. Optionally sprinkle with chocolate shavings.
Serve: Slice and enjoy the rich chocolate flavor.
Tips
Extra indulgence: Add a layer of brigadeiro between cake halves.
Variation: Top with strawberries for freshness.
Serving idea: Pair with espresso or cappuccino.
Details
Prep Time: 20 minutes
Cook Time: 35 minutes
Total Time: ~55 minutes
Kcal: ~360 per slice
Servings: 8–10
Caption & Engagement
Caption: “Chocolate Cake with Brigadeiro—rich, creamy, and irresistible
Comment prompt: “Would you add strawberries or keep it pure chocolate?”
Rotating closers: “Save for your next dessert night.” • “Tag a friend who loves chocolate.” • “Layers of brigadeiro bliss.”