Let’s be real, who doesn’t need coffee and cake together? Mocha walnut coffee cake is the dream combo of rich, deep coffee and crunchy, buttery walnuts. It’s perfect for those mornings when you need that caffeine hit, but also need to feel fancy. This cake isn’t the usual dry, flavorless coffee cake you’ve been subjected to. No, this one’s moist, full of flavor, and packs a punch with every bite. Just when you thought your coffee was enough, this cake proves you wrong. So, grab your mug and a slice—you’re welcome.
Mocha Walnut Coffee Cake
This mocha walnut coffee cake blends rich coffee flavor with crunchy walnuts and a moist, tender crumb—ideal for coffee lovers.
Ingredients
For the Cake
- All-purpose flour: 1 ¾ cups
- Cocoa powder: ¼ cup
- Baking soda: 1 teaspoon
- Instant coffee granules: 2 tablespoons
- Granulated sugar: 1 cup
- Butter room temperature: ½ cup
- Eggs: 2 large
- Buttermilk: ¾ cup
- Vanilla extract: 1 teaspoon
For the Streusel Topping
- Brown sugar: ½ cup
- Ground cinnamon: 1 teaspoon
- Butter cold, cubed: 3 tablespoons
- Walnuts chopped: ½ cup
Instructions
Prepare the Cake
- Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C) and grease your baking pan.
- In a bowl, whisk together flour, cocoa, baking soda, and coffee granules.
- In another bowl, cream together sugar, butter, and eggs.
- Mix in buttermilk and vanilla extract.
- Gradually add the dry ingredients and stir until just combined.
Streusel Topping
- In a small bowl, combine brown sugar, cinnamon, and butter.
- Use a fork to mix until crumbly. Add chopped walnuts and mix again.
Bake
- Pour the batter into the prepared pan and sprinkle the streusel topping evenly.
- Bake for 35–40 minutes or until a toothpick comes out clean.
Cool and Serve
- Let the cake cool before slicing and serving.
Notes
Nutritional Information (Per Serving)
- Calories: 310
- Total Fat: 16g
- Saturated Fat: 8g
- Carbohydrates: 39g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 5g
Vitamins and Minerals
- Vitamin A: 6%
- Calcium: 5%
- Iron: 9%
- Vitamin C: 2%
- Potassium: 5%
Additional Notes and Tips
- Use more walnuts if you want an even crunchier topping.
- Pair with a hot cup of espresso for the ultimate mocha experience.
- Let the cake sit for an hour after baking; it tastes even better when the flavors settle in.
