Bolo de Bolacha
Indulge in the irresistible charm of **Bolo de Bolacha**, a no-bake Portuguese dessert that combines simplicity with decadent flavors. This layered biscuit cake features **Maria biscuits** delicately soaked in aromatic brewed coffee, stacked with luscious layers of a velvety buttercream infused with a hint of vanilla and ground cinnamon. Topped with a dusting of rich cocoa powder, this dessert is as visually appealing as it is delicious. Perfect for gatherings, this make-ahead treat requires just 40 minutes of preparation and sets beautifully in the refrigerator for a melt-in-your-mouth experience. Serve chilled for a creamy, aromatic bite of tradition that will captivate your taste buds.
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Ingredients
- 300 g Maria biscuits
- 200 g Unsalted butter
- 200 g Powdered sugar
- 250 ml Strong brewed coffee
- 1 tsp Vanilla extract
- 1 tsp Ground cinnamon
- 2 tbsp Cocoa powder
Directions
Step 1
In a large bowl, beat the unsalted butter with an electric mixer until smooth and creamy.
Step 2
Gradually add the powdered sugar to the butter, continuing to beat until the mixture is light and fluffy.
Step 3
Mix in the vanilla extract and ground cinnamon until well combined.
Step 4
Prepare the strong brewed coffee and allow it to cool to room temperature.
Step 5
Dip each Maria biscuit briefly in the cooled coffee, ensuring they are moist but not crumbling.
Step 6
On a serving plate, arrange a layer of coffee-soaked biscuits to form a circle or square, depending on your preferred shape.
Step 7
Spread a layer of the butter cream over the biscuits, covering them evenly.
Step 8
Repeat the process, alternating layers of soaked biscuits and butter cream, until all ingredients are used up, finishing with a layer of cream on top.
Step 9
Use a spatula or knife to smooth the surface of the cake and add decorative swirls if desired.
Step 10
Dust the top of the cake with cocoa powder.
Step 11
Refrigerate the cake for at least 4 hours, or preferably overnight, to allow the flavors to meld and the cake to set.
Step 12
Slice and serve chilled.
Nutrition Facts
| Serving size | (970.4g) |
|---|
| Amount per serving | % Daily Value* |
|---|---|
| Calories | 3568.5 |
| Total Fat 202.8g | 0% |
| Saturated Fat 108.3g | 0% |
| Polyunsaturated Fat 0.0g | |
| Cholesterol 442.9mg | 0% |
| Sodium 1240.6mg | 0% |
| Total Carbohydrate 433.0g | 0% |
| Dietary Fiber 11.1g | 0% |
| Total Sugars 256.4g | |
| Protein 24.8g | 0% |
| Vitamin D 0IU | 0% |
| Calcium 148.5mg | 0% |
| Iron 7.8mg | 0% |
| Potassium 641.6mg | 0% |
Source of Calories