Description
Indulge in the decadent delight of our Coffee Chocolate Cake, a three-layered masterpiece that combines rich chocolate with a robust coffee flavor. This cake is not only moist and fluffy but also features a luscious coffee buttercream frosting that elevates every slice. Perfect for birthdays, holidays, or simply as a treat for yourself, this cake will impress your guests and satisfy your sweet cravings. With simple ingredients and straightforward instructions, even novice bakers can create this show-stopping dessert. Prepare to dive into a world of delightful flavors and textures with every bite!
Ingredients
- 360 g black coffee (or 2 tsp instant coffee)
- 360 g all-purpose flour
- 2 tbsp cornstarch
- 300 g granulated sugar
- 150 g dark brown sugar
- 75 g unsweetened Dutch cocoa powder
- 1 1/2 tsp baking powder
- 1 1/2 tsp baking soda
- 1 1/2 tsp salt
- 165 g vegetable oil
- 270 g sour cream (room temperature)
- 3 large eggs (room temperature)
- 3 tsp vanilla extract
- 400 g butter (for frosting)
- 660 g powdered sugar
- 2 tsp vanilla extract
- 2–2 1/2 tbsp black coffee (cooled down to room temperature)
- 1 tbsp instant espresso powder (optional)
Instructions
- Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C) and grease three 9-inch round baking pans.
- In one bowl, mix together the dry ingredients: flour, sugars, cocoa powder, baking powder, baking soda, cornstarch, and salt.
- In another bowl, whisk together the wet ingredients: oil, sour cream, eggs, vanilla extract, and cooled black coffee until smooth.
- Gradually combine the wet mixture with the dry ingredients; mix until just combined.
- Divide batter among pans and bake for about 30 minutes or until a toothpick comes out clean.
- Cool in pans for 10 minutes before transferring to a cooling rack to cool completely.
- For frosting: beat room-temperature butter until creamy; gradually add powdered sugar and mix in vanilla extract and cooled coffee.
- Assemble the cake by layering with frosting between each layer and covering the top and sides.
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 slice (100g)
- Calories: 365
- Sugar: 45g
- Sodium: 250mg
- Saturated Fat: 10g
- Unsaturated Fat: 7g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 50g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 4g
- Cholesterol: 70mg