Brigadeiro Cake Filling And Frosting

Instructions

1. 1

   In a heavy-bottomed saucepan, combine the sweetened condensed milk, sifted cocoa powder, and butter.

2. 2

   Cook over medium-low heat, stirring constantly with a silicone spatula to prevent burning on the bottom.

3. 3

   Once the mixture begins to thicken (after about 10-12 minutes), stir in the heavy cream and chopped chocolate chips.

4. 4

   Continue cooking and stirring until the mixture reaches a 'slow flow' consistency where it ribbons off the spatula but holds its shape.

5. 5

   Remove from heat and stir in the vanilla extract and a pinch of salt until smooth and glossy.

6. 6

   Transfer the mixture to a glass bowl and cover with plastic wrap touching the surface to prevent a skin from forming.

7. 7

   Let the frosting cool completely at room temperature before using it to fill or frost your cake.

8. 8

   If the mixture becomes too thick after cooling, whisk in a tablespoon of room temperature cream to reach desired spreadability.