Welcome to the world of indulgence, where coffee, caramel, and cake collide in the most delightful way possible. Mocha caramel coffee cake isn’t just a cake—it’s a culinary experience. This decadent dessert combines bold coffee flavor, smooth caramel sweetness, and a moist texture that will make you wonder why you didn’t try it sooner. It’s the perfect treat for when you can’t decide between coffee and dessert, so why not have both? A sweet, caffeinated masterpiece that demands your attention. Don’t say we didn’t warn you when you devour the whole thing in one sitting.

Mocha Caramel Coffee Cake

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This mocha caramel coffee cake blends rich mocha coffee, velvety caramel, and soft cake layers into one irresistible dessert.

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Prep Time 15

Cook Time 45

Total Time 1

Servings 10 servings

Calories 350 kcal

Ingredients

For the Cake:

All-purpose flour: 2 cups
Cocoa powder: ¼ cup
Instant coffee 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
Vanilla extract: 1 teaspoon

For the Caramel Topping:

Brown sugar: ½ cup
Heavy cream: ½ cup
Butter: 3 tablespoons
Salt: ½ teaspoon

Instructions

Prepare the Cake:

Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C) and grease a round cake pan.
In a bowl, mix flour, cocoa powder, coffee, baking powder, and baking soda.
Cream sugar and butter in a separate bowl. Beat in eggs, then add buttermilk and vanilla.
Slowly mix in dry ingredients until smooth.

Prepare the Caramel:

In a saucepan, combine brown sugar, cream, butter, and salt. Cook on medium heat, stirring constantly, until smooth.

Assemble the Cake:

Pour half of the cake batter into the prepared pan. Drizzle with half of the caramel sauce.
Add the remaining batter and drizzle the rest of the caramel on top.

Bake:

Bake for 40-45 minutes or until a toothpick comes out clean.
Cool and Serve:
Let the cake cool for 10 minutes before serving.

Notes

Nutritional Information (Per Serving)

Calories: 350
Total Fat: 18g
Saturated Fat: 7g
Carbohydrates: 42g
Fiber: 3g
Protein: 5g

Vitamins and Minerals

Vitamin A: 6%
Calcium: 4%
Iron: 8%
Vitamin C: 2%
Potassium: 5%

Additional Notes/Tips to Enhance the Flavor for the Recipe

For extra indulgence, top with whipped cream or a scoop of vanilla ice cream.
Store in an airtight container for up to 3 days. The caramel topping becomes even more delightful the next day.

Mocha Caramel Coffee Cake