Ahh 😍 Molhadinho Prestige Cake—this is a Brazilian-style moist, chocolate and coconut layered cake soaked in milk (hence “molhadinho”) and topped with a rich coconut-chocolate frosting. It’s indulgent, creamy, and melts in your mouth. Here’s a full recipe:
Molhadinho Prestige Cake
🕒 Time
- Prep: 30 min
- Bake: 30 min
- Cool & assemble: 30–40 min
- Serves 10–12
Ingredients
Chocolate Cake
- 2 cups (250 g) all-purpose flour
- 1½ cups (300 g) sugar
- ¾ cup (75 g) cocoa powder
- 1½ tsp baking powder
- 1½ tsp baking soda
- ½ tsp salt
- 2 large eggs
- 1 cup (240 ml) milk
- ½ cup (120 ml) vegetable oil
- 2 tsp vanilla extract
- 1 cup (240 ml) boiling water
Milk Soak (“Molhadinho”)
- 1 cup (240 ml) sweetened condensed milk
- ½ cup (120 ml) coconut milk (or regular milk)
Coconut Filling / Frosting
- 1 can (395 g) sweetened condensed milk
- 1 cup (240 ml) coconut milk
- 1 cup shredded coconut
- 2 tbsp butter
Chocolate Ganache (optional topping)
- ½ cup (90 g) chocolate chips
- ¼ cup (60 ml) heavy cream
Instructions
1️⃣ Bake the Cake
- Preheat oven to 180°C / 350°F. Grease & flour a 9×13 inch pan.
- In a large bowl, whisk flour, sugar, cocoa, baking powder, baking soda, salt.
- Add eggs, milk, oil, and vanilla. Beat until smooth.
- Slowly stir in boiling water (batter will be thin).
- Pour into prepared pan. Bake 30–35 min or until a toothpick comes out clean.
- Cool completely.
2️⃣ Make the Milk Soak
- Mix condensed milk + coconut milk. Set aside.
3️⃣ Prepare Coconut Filling / Frosting
- In a saucepan, combine condensed milk, coconut milk, shredded coconut, and butter.
- Cook over medium heat, stirring constantly, until thickened (about 10 min).
- Let cool slightly.
4️⃣ Assemble the Cake
- Poke holes all over the cooled cake with a fork.
- Pour milk soak evenly over the cake. Let it absorb for 5–10 min.
- Spread coconut filling evenly over the top.
5️⃣ Chocolate Ganache (Optional)
- Heat cream until just simmering, pour over chocolate chips.
- Stir until smooth.
- Pour or drizzle over the coconut layer.
6️⃣ Chill & Serve
- Refrigerate at least 2 hours before serving to allow flavors to meld.
- Slice with a sharp knife.
Tips for Extra Molhadinho Magic
- Use full-fat coconut milk for creamier texture.
- For even more flavor, add a splash of rum or coconut liqueur to the milk soak.
- Sprinkle toasted coconut on top for crunch.
If you want, I can also give a simpler “one-bowl version” that skips the ganache but is just as indulgent and super easy to make.
Do you want me to share that version too?
