Bolo de Brigadeiro (Brazilian Chocolate Party Cake)
Soft chocolate sponge sandwiched and covered with fudgy brigadeiro frosting and sprinkles, the star of any Brazilian party table.
- Time1 hr 30
- LevelMedium
- Costabout £0.48 a head
- Oven180°C (160°C fan)
Cost is worked out from Aldi and Tesco shelf prices in October 2026. Your shop and brands will differ.
Ingredients
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Method
- 1
Heat the oven to 180°C (160°C fan). Grease and line two 20 cm round tins.
- 2
Whisk the eggs and sugar for 3 minutes until pale, then whisk in the oil and milk. Sift in the flour, cocoa and baking powder and fold until smooth.
- 3
Divide between the tins and bake for 25 to 30 minutes until a skewer comes out clean. Cool completely on a rack.
28 min 20 s - 4
For the frosting, put the condensed milk, 3 tbsp cocoa and butter in a pan over a low heat. Stir for 8 to 10 minutes until thick and the spoon leaves a trail on the base of the pan.
9 min - 5
Stir in the cream, pour into a bowl and cool for 30 minutes until spreadable.
30 min - 6
Sandwich the cakes with a third of the frosting, spread the rest over the top and sides, then press the sprinkles all over. Serve at room temperature.
Double check before you cook. Recipes can contain mistakes. Any diet labels come from the ingredients as written in this recipe and are a guide, not a guarantee. Always check every ingredient and the packet label for allergens and cross contamination, and ask your doctor or dietitian what is right for you, especially with coeliac disease, diabetes or a serious allergy. This is not medical advice.
