Brazilian Chocolate Cake (Bolo de Brigadeiro)

This Brazilian Chocolate Cake, also known as Bolo de Brigadeiro, is the ultimate treat for true chocolate lovers! It’s a moist, rich chocolate cake topped with silky-smooth brigadeiro frosting — a luscious Brazilian chocolate ganache made from sweetened condensed milk and cocoa powder. Each bite is fudgy, decadent, and melts in your mouth. Perfect for birthdays, celebrations, or when you simply crave something indulgent!

Recipe Info

  • Prep Time: 20 minutes

  • Cook Time: 40 minutes

  • Cooling Time: 30 minutes

  • Total Time: 1 hour 30 minutes

  • Servings: 10–12

  • Difficulty: Easy

Ingredients

For the Cake:

  • 1 ½ cups all-purpose flour

  • 1 ½ cups granulated sugar

  • ¾ cup unsweetened cocoa powder

  • 2 teaspoons baking powder

  • 1 teaspoon baking soda

  • ½ teaspoon salt

  • 2 large eggs

  • ¾ cup milk

  • ½ cup vegetable oil

  • 2 teaspoons vanilla extract

  • ¾ cup hot water or hot coffee (for richer flavor)

For the Brigadeiro Frosting:

  • 1 (14 oz) can sweetened condensed milk

  • 3 tablespoons unsweetened cocoa powder

  • 2 tablespoons unsalted butter

  • ½ cup heavy cream

  • 1 teaspoon vanilla extract

  • Chocolate sprinkles, for topping

Instructions

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