Imagine your two favorite indulgences—coffee and chocolate—finally teaming up. The mocha chocolate cake takes this dynamic duo to a whole new level, blending rich, moist cake with a strong espresso kick. Coffee lovers, get ready to rejoice, because the flavor is bold, without being obnoxious. Chocolate enthusiasts, prepare for decadence that doesn’t apologize. This cake doesn’t care if you’ve had enough sugar today. It’s here to remind you that the best things in life should always come with a little extra coffee kick and a lot of chocolate.
Mocha Chocolate Cake
This cake combines rich chocolate with the bold kick of espresso, topped off with a smooth mocha frosting.
Ingredients
For the Cake:
- 1 ¾ cups all-purpose flour
- 1 ½ cups granulated sugar
- ½ cup unsweetened cocoa powder
- 1 tsp baking soda
- 1 tsp baking powder
- ½ tsp salt
- 2 large eggs
- 1 cup strong brewed coffee cooled
- ½ cup buttermilk
- ½ cup vegetable oil
- 1 tsp vanilla extract
For the Mocha Frosting:
- ½ cup unsalted butter softened
- 3 cups powdered sugar
- 3 tbsp unsweetened cocoa powder
- 2 tbsp strong brewed coffee
- 1 tsp vanilla extract
Instructions
Preheat and Prepare:
- Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C).
- Grease and flour two 9-inch cake pans.
Make the Cake Batter:
- In a large bowl, whisk together the flour, cocoa powder, baking soda, baking powder, and salt.
- Add eggs, brewed coffee, buttermilk, vegetable oil, and vanilla.
- Mix until smooth and well combined.
Bake the Cake:
- Pour the batter evenly into the prepared pans.
- Bake for 30-35 minutes, or until a toothpick comes out clean.
- Let the cakes cool in the pans for 10 minutes before transferring to a cooling rack.
Make the Frosting:
- Beat softened butter until creamy.
- Gradually add powdered sugar, cocoa powder, brewed coffee, and vanilla.
- Continue beating until smooth and fluffy.
Assemble the Cake:
- Frost the first layer of cake with a generous amount of frosting.
- Top with the second layer, and frost the entire cake.
Serve and Enjoy:
- Slice and enjoy immediately—or let it chill for a few hours for more intense flavor.
Notes
Nutritional Values (Per Serving)
- Calories: 380
- Total Fat: 18g
- Saturated Fat: 6g
- Carbohydrates: 52g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 4g
Vitamins and Minerals (Per Serving)
- Calcium: 3%
- Iron: 10%
- Vitamin A: 5%
- Vitamin C: 0%
- Magnesium: 6%
Additional Notes/Tips to Enhance the Flavor
- Add chocolate chips to the batter for extra gooeyness.
- Swap buttermilk for sour cream for a richer texture.
- For an extra coffee kick, add a teaspoon of instant coffee to the frosting.
- Refrigerate the cake overnight to let the flavors settle for a more intense mocha punch.
