Picture this: coffee cake with the best of both worlds—rich mocha flavor and the crunch of almonds. Perfect, right? But wait, it’s more than just a pretty combination. This cake isn’t your average morning pick-me-up. It’s the epitome of indulgence—balanced with coffee’s boldness and the nuttiness of almonds. You’ll want to savor every bite, but don’t worry, it’s still a cake, so don’t feel guilty. It’s probably the most interesting thing to happen to coffee cake since, well, coffee itself. Get ready for an elevated experience that beats your usual coffee break treat.

Mocha Almond Coffee Cake

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This mocha almond coffee cake combines rich mocha flavor with crunchy almonds in a moist, irresistible cake. Perfect for any occasion.

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Prep Time 15

Cook Time 45

Total Time 1

Servings 10 servings

Calories 320 kcal

Ingredients

For the Cake:

All-purpose flour: 2 cups
Cocoa powder: ¼ cup
Ground coffee instant or espresso: 2 tablespoons
Baking powder: 1 teaspoon
Baking soda: ½ teaspoon
Granulated sugar: 1 cup
Butter softened: ½ cup
Eggs: 2
Buttermilk: ¾ cup
Almond extract: 1 teaspoon

For the Streusel:

Brown sugar: ½ cup
Ground cinnamon: 1 teaspoon
Sliced almonds: ½ cup
Cold butter cubed: 3 tablespoons

Instructions

Prepare the Cake

Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C). Grease a round cake pan.
In a large bowl, mix flour, cocoa, ground coffee, baking powder, and baking soda.
In another bowl, cream sugar and butter until light and fluffy.
Beat in eggs one at a time. Add the buttermilk and almond extract.
Gradually add dry ingredients and mix until smooth.

Prepare the Streusel

In a small bowl, combine brown sugar, cinnamon, and almonds.
Cut in cold butter to form a crumbly texture.
Assemble the Cake
Pour half the batter into the prepared pan. Sprinkle half of the streusel mixture on top.
Add the rest of the batter and top with the remaining streusel.

Bake

Bake for 40-45 minutes or until a toothpick comes out clean.

Cool and Serve

Let the cake cool for 10–15 minutes before serving.

Notes

Nutritional Information (Per Serving)

Calories: 320
Total Fat: 18g
Saturated Fat: 7g
Carbohydrates: 36g
Fiber: 3g
Protein: 5g

Vitamins and Minerals

Vitamin A: 6%
Calcium: 4%
Iron: 8%
Vitamin C: 5%
Potassium: 6%

Additional Notes and Tips

For an extra nutty crunch, add more sliced almonds to the batter.
This cake pairs perfectly with your morning coffee or afternoon tea.
Store in an airtight container for up to 3 days. This cake keeps getting better!

Mocha Almond Coffee Cake