Espresso Cake Recipes
This espresso cake recipe is a rich and decadent dessert that is infused with the intense and complex flavors of coffee. It is a perfect treat for coffee and dessert lovers alike and offers endless possibilities to explore.
Equipment
- 1 Mixing bowl
- 1 whisk
- 1 Measuring Cups and Spoons
- 1 cake pan
- 1 oven
Ingredients
- 1 ½ cups all-purpose flour
- 1 tsp baking powder
- ½ tsp baking soda
- ½ tsp salt
- 1 cup sugar
- ½ cup unsalted butter, softened
- 2 large eggs
- 2 tbsp instant espresso powder
- 1 cup boiling water
- 1 tsp vanilla extract
Instructions
- Preheat the oven to 350°F and grease a 9-inch cake pan.
- In a mixing bowl, whisk together flour, baking powder, baking soda, and salt.
- In a separate bowl, cream together sugar and butter until light and fluffy.
- Beat in the eggs, one at a time, until well combined.
- In a small bowl, dissolve the espresso powder in boiling water and add it to the butter mixture.
- Stir in the vanilla extract.
- Gradually add the dry ingredients to the wet mixture and mix until well combined.
- Pour the batter into the prepared cake pan and bake for 35-40 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted into the center of the cake comes out clean.
- Let the cake cool for 10 minutes before removing it from the pan and transferring it to a wire rack to cool completely.
Notes
Nutritional Values:
Each serving of this espresso cake recipe contains approximately 300-350 calories, 20-25g of fat, 30-35g of carbohydrates, and 3-4g of protein.
Additional Notes/Tips:
For an extra kick of coffee flavor, sprinkle some espresso powder on top of the cake before serving. You can also add chocolate chips or nuts to the batter for added texture and flavor.