Description

This Brigadeiro and Maria Cookie Cake is a delicious and easy-to-make dessert, perfect for impressing friends and family. With a crunchy cookie base and a creamy chocolate topping, this cake offers an irresistible combination of textures and flavors

Ingredients

• 200 g (7.05 oz) cocoa powder
• 800 g (28.21 oz) sweetened condensed milk (use half first and reserve the other half)
• 200 g (7.05 oz) heavy cream
• 2 tablespoons butter
• 600 g (21.16 oz) Maria cookies
• 200 g (7.05 oz) milk chocolate
• 200 ml (6.76 oz) heavy cream

Step by Step Instructions

• Step 1

  

  In a saucepan, add 200 g of cocoa powder.

• Step 2

  

  Pour 800 g of sweetened condensed milk into the pan, using only half for now and reserving the other half.

• Step 3

  

  Cook the mixture over medium heat, stirring well. After a few minutes, add the remaining half of the condensed milk and stir until well incorporated

• Step 4

  

  Add 200 g of heavy cream to the brigadeiro and mix well to achieve a smooth, creamy texture

• Step 5

  

  Add 2 tablespoons of butter and continue stirring the mixture for approximately 15 minutes over medium heat. The brigadeiro will be ready when it reaches a thick, smooth consistency

• Step 6

  

  In a large bowl, add 600 g of Maria cookies

• Step 7

  

  Pour the prepared brigadeiro over the cookies and mix well to coat all the cookies with the cream

• Step 8

  

  Grease a removable-bottom pan and add the cookie and brigadeiro mixture, spreading evenly. Place in the refrigerator to chill and set for 3 hours

• Step 9

  

  In a separate bowl, melt 200 g of milk chocolate and mix with 200 ml of heavy cream, creating a smooth, creamy ganache

• Step 10

  

  Remove the cake from the refrigerator and spread the ganache evenly over the top, covering the entire surface

• Step 11

  

  Carefully remove the cake from the pan and serve. Now it’s time to enjoy this delicious treat!

Tips and Conclusion

Bonus Tips:
For a special touch, you can add chocolate shavings on top of the ganache or decorate with pieces of Maria cookies. Another idea is to substitute Maria cookies with chocolate cookies for an even richer flavor. If you prefer, you can also add a splash of liqueur to the brigadeiro for an extra sophisticated taste.

Conclusion:
The Brigadeiro and Maria Cookie Cake is a delicious and easy dessert that combines the creaminess of brigadeiro with the crunchiness of cookies. Easy to make and simply irresistible, this recipe is perfect for all occasions, from parties to a special dessert at home. Enjoy every bite!