Prepare yourselves for a cake that’s almost as complicated as your coffee order. This Mocha Coffee Ricotta Layer Cake will challenge your love for dessert, coffee, and cheese—yes, cheese. Combining the bold kick of coffee, the rich creaminess of ricotta, and layers of decadent cake, this treat is perfect for those who think simple desserts are for amateurs. It’s not just a cake; it’s an experience. A taste that keeps on giving, and yes, it does involve coffee and ricotta. So buckle up and indulge in this masterpiece if you dare to get fancy.
Mocha Coffee Ricotta Layer Cake
A layered cake packed with rich coffee flavor and smooth ricotta cheese, all topped with a perfect mocha finish.
Ingredients
For the Cake:
- 1 ½ cups all-purpose flour
- 1 tsp baking powder
- 1 tsp instant coffee granules
- ½ cup sugar
- ½ cup unsalted butter softened
- 3 large eggs
- 1 cup brewed coffee cooled
- 1 tsp vanilla extract
For the Ricotta Filling:
- 1 ½ cups ricotta cheese
- ½ cup powdered sugar
- 1 tsp vanilla extract
- 1 tbsp brewed coffee
For the Mocha Glaze:
- 1/2 cup semi-sweet chocolate chips
- ¼ cup brewed coffee
- 2 tbsp heavy cream
Instructions
- Preheat the oven to 350°F and grease two 8-inch cake pans.
- Mix flour, baking powder, and instant coffee in a bowl.
- Beat butter and sugar together until fluffy.
- Add eggs one by one, then mix in brewed coffee and vanilla extract.
- Gradually add dry ingredients, mixing until smooth.
- Pour the batter evenly into the prepared pans and bake for 25-30 minutes.
- Let cakes cool on a rack for 10 minutes before transferring.
- Mix ricotta, powdered sugar, vanilla extract, and coffee for the filling.
- For the mocha glaze, melt chocolate chips with brewed coffee and heavy cream in a saucepan.
- Layer one cake with ricotta filling, then top with the second layer.
- Pour mocha glaze over the top and let it set for 10 minutes.
- Slice, serve, and enjoy the complex beauty of this creation.
Notes
Nutritional Values (Per Serving)
- Calories: 350
- Total Fat: 18g
- Saturated Fat: 9g
- Carbohydrates: 42g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 6g
Vitamins and Minerals (Per Serving)
- Vitamin A: 8%
- Calcium: 10%
- Iron: 6%
- Potassium: 4%
- Magnesium: 5%
Additional Notes/Tips to Enhance Flavor
- Use full-fat ricotta for an extra creamy filling.
- For more mocha intensity, increase the coffee in the glaze.
- Consider adding a dash of cinnamon to the cake batter for extra depth.
- Serve with a strong coffee on the side. You know you want to.
