Who says you can’t have it all? This Espresso Butter Cake is the perfect combination of rich butter and bold espresso flavor. It’s the cake equivalent of a morning cup of coffee, with a lot more indulgence. Every bite is buttery, moist, and laced with the satisfying depth of espresso. Need to impress someone with your baking skills and your caffeine obsession? This cake does it all. Don’t worry, no one will judge you for sneaking an extra slice. It’s basically a caffeine boost in dessert form, and who doesn’t need that?
Espresso Butter Cake
This rich, buttery cake is infused with espresso, creating the perfect combination of indulgence and caffeine boost in every slice.
Ingredients
For the Cake:
- 1 cup unsalted butter softened
- 1 ½ cups granulated sugar
- 2 large eggs
- 1 tbsp instant espresso powder
- 2 ¼ cups all-purpose flour
- 1 ½ tsp baking powder
- ½ tsp salt
- 1 cup whole milk
- 1 tsp vanilla extract
For the Espresso Syrup (Optional):
- 2 tbsp instant espresso powder
- 2 tbsp water
- ½ cup sugar
Instructions
- Preheat the Oven:
- Set oven to 350°F (175°C). Grease and flour a 9-inch round cake pan.
- Mix the Wet Ingredients:
- Beat butter and sugar until light and fluffy. Add eggs one at a time, mixing well.
- Add Espresso:
- Dissolve instant espresso in a tablespoon of hot water. Mix into the butter mixture.
- Combine Dry Ingredients:
- In a separate bowl, whisk flour, baking powder, and salt together.
- Alternate Adding Dry and Wet Ingredients:
- Gradually add dry ingredients to the butter mixture, alternating with milk, until smooth.
- Bake the Cake:
- Pour the batter into the prepared pan. Bake for 40-45 minutes or until a toothpick comes out clean.
- Prepare the Espresso Syrup (Optional):
- Dissolve espresso powder in water, then stir in sugar. Heat until sugar dissolves.
- Cool the Cake:
- Let the cake cool in the pan for 10 minutes, then transfer to a wire rack.
- Add Syrup (Optional):
- Brush the cooled cake with the espresso syrup for an extra punch of coffee flavor.
- Serve and Enjoy:
- Slice and serve with a cup of coffee or tea.
Notes
Nutritional Values (Per Serving)
- Calories: 310
- Total Fat: 17g
- Saturated Fat: 10g
- Carbohydrates: 37g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 3g
Vitamins and Minerals (Per Serving)
- Vitamin A: 10%
- Calcium: 2%
- Iron: 6%
- Vitamin B12: 4%
- Potassium: 3%
Additional Notes/Tips to Enhance the Flavor
- Use strong brewed espresso for a more robust flavor.
- For extra richness, top with whipped cream or chocolate ganache.
- Don’t skimp on the syrup—it really amps up the coffee experience.
- If you prefer a less sweet version, reduce the sugar in the syrup.
