Mocha Espresso Coffee Cake

Mocha Espresso Coffee Cake: because plain coffee cake is for amateurs. Why settle for basic when you can indulge in a rich, coffee-filled dessert? This cake packs a double punch—coffee and chocolate—guaranteeing to wake you up and satisfy your sweet cravings. Perfect for breakfast, brunch, or any time you feel the need to justify dessert for every meal. Forget about flimsy flavors; this mocha masterpiece is robust, bold, and guarantees to keep you alert. This isn’t your

Mocha Espresso Coffee Cake

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This mocha espresso coffee cake is a rich blend of coffee and chocolate, topped with a decadent streusel. Perfect for any coffee lover.

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Prep Time 20 minutes mins

Cook Time 35 minutes mins

Total Time 55 minutes mins

Servings 8 servings

Calories 320 kcal

Ingredients

  

• For the Cake:
• 1 1/2 cups all-purpose flour
• 1 teaspoon baking powder
• 1/2 teaspoon baking soda
• 1/4 teaspoon salt
• 2 tablespoons instant espresso powder
• 1/2 cup unsalted butter softened
• 3/4 cup granulated sugar
• 2 large eggs
• 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
• 1/2 cup sour cream
• 1/2 cup semi-sweet chocolate chips
• For the Streusel Topping:
• 1/4 cup brown sugar
• 1/4 cup all-purpose flour
• 1/4 cup unsalted butter cold and cut into cubes
• 1/2 teaspoon ground cinnamon

Instructions

 

• Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C) and grease a 9-inch round cake pan.
• In a bowl, whisk flour, baking powder, baking soda, salt, and espresso powder.
• In another bowl, beat butter and sugar until creamy. Add eggs and vanilla, mixing until smooth.
• Stir in sour cream. Gradually add the dry ingredients, mixing until fully combined.
• Fold in the chocolate chips and pour the batter into the prepared pan.
• In a small bowl, combine brown sugar, flour, butter, and cinnamon for the streusel.
• Sprinkle the streusel mixture over the batter.
• Bake for 30-35 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted comes out clean.
• Let the cake cool on a rack before serving.

Notes

Nutritional Information (Per Serving)

Calories: 320
Total Fat: 16g
Saturated Fat: 9g
Carbohydrates: 41g
Fiber: 2g
Protein: 4g

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Vitamins and Minerals

• Vitamin A: 10%
• Calcium: 6%
• Iron: 8%
• Vitamin C: 3%
• Potassium: 5%

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Additional Notes/Tips to Enhance Flavor

• Add a dash of cinnamon or nutmeg to the batter for a hint of spice.
• Drizzle with a chocolate glaze for extra indulgence.
• Serve with a shot of espresso for the full coffee experience.
• Try dark chocolate chips for a richer, less sweet flavor.