Coffee lovers, brace yourselves. This Coffee Cream Layer Cake with Chocolate Ganache isn’t here to play games. It’s here to spoil your taste buds, and yes, we mean that in the best possible way. Layers of coffee cream sandwiched between soft, delicate cake will have you questioning your loyalty to anything else. And when that rich chocolate ganache oozes over the top? Prepare to reconsider every decision you’ve ever made regarding dessert. If you thought you were picky about your cake, this one is here to redefine your standards. Get ready for indulgence in every bite.
Coffee Cream Layer Cake with Chocolate Ganache
A decadent, multi-layer cake infused with rich coffee cream and smothered in velvety chocolate ganache for a truly indulgent treat.
Ingredients
For the Cake:
- 1 ½ cups all-purpose flour
- 1 tsp baking powder
- ½ tsp baking soda
- ¼ tsp salt
- 1 cup sugar
- ½ cup unsalted butter softened
- 2 large eggs
- 1 cup brewed coffee cooled
- 1 tsp vanilla extract
For the Coffee Cream:
- 1 cup heavy cream
- 2 tbsp sugar
- 1 tbsp instant coffee granules
For the Chocolate Ganache:
- 1 cup semi-sweet chocolate chips
- ½ cup heavy cream
- 1 tbsp unsalted butter
Instructions
- Preheat the oven to 350°F and grease two 8-inch round cake pans.
- In a mixing bowl, whisk together flour, baking powder, baking soda, and salt.
- Beat butter and sugar together in a large bowl until light and fluffy.
- Add eggs one at a time, mixing well after each addition.
- Gradually mix in brewed coffee and vanilla extract.
- Add the dry ingredients to the wet ingredients, mixing until combined.
- Pour batter evenly into the prepared pans and bake for 30-35 minutes.
- Let the cakes cool in the pans for 10 minutes, then transfer to a cooling rack.
- For the coffee cream, whip together heavy cream, sugar, and instant coffee until stiff peaks form.
- For the ganache, heat the cream in a double boiler, then add chocolate chips and butter.
- Stir until smooth and allow it to cool slightly.
- Frost one cake layer with coffee cream and top with the second layer.
- Pour the ganache over the top and spread evenly.
- Allow the ganache to set for 10 minutes before serving.
Notes
Nutritional Values (Per Serving)
- Calories: 380
- Total Fat: 24g
- Saturated Fat: 12g
- Carbohydrates: 38g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 5g
Vitamins and Minerals (Per Serving)
- Vitamin A: 6%
- Calcium: 5%
- Iron: 8%
- Potassium: 3%
- Magnesium: 5%
Additional Notes/Tips to Enhance Flavor
- Add a touch of cinnamon to the coffee cream for a deeper flavor profile.
- Use dark chocolate for the ganache if you’re a fan of intense chocolatey goodness.
- If you’re feeling daring, sprinkle some chopped nuts on top for added texture.
- Store leftovers in an airtight container for up to 3 days.
