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Chocolate Coffee Cake

Decadent Chocolate Coffee Cake for Ultimate Indulgence

This Chocolate Coffee Cake is a decadent blend of flavors that elevates your baking with simple ingredients for an indulgent dessert.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 35 minutes
Total Time 50 minutes
Servings: 8 slices
Course: DESSERTS
Cuisine: American
Calories: 350
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Cake Batter
  • 2 cups cake flour Provides a light, tender crumb
  • 1 cup granulated sugar Sweetens the cake
  • 1/2 cup dark brown sugar Adds moisture to the cake
  • 2 teaspoons baking powder Ensures the cake rises
  • 1 teaspoon baking soda Contributes to a tender crumb
  • 2 tablespoons espresso powder Enhances chocolate flavor
  • 1/2 teaspoon fine sea salt Balances sweetness
For the Wet Mixture
  • 1 cup unsalted butter At room temperature
  • 1 cup sour cream Keeps the cake tender
  • 1/2 cup vegetable or canola oil Adds moisture
  • 2 large eggs At room temperature
  • 1 cup whole milk Keeps the batter creamy
  • 2 teaspoons vanilla extract Infuses flavor
For the Coffee Mix
  • 1 cup hot coffee Enhances chocolate flavor
  • 3/4 cup unsweetened dark cocoa powder Gives the cake its rich flavor

Equipment

  • mixing bowl
  • whisk
  • measuring cups and spoons
  • Baking Pan
  • Oven

Method
 

Steps to Make Chocolate Coffee Cake
  1. Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C).
  2. In a large mixing bowl, whisk together the dry ingredients until fluffy.
  3. Incorporate the unsalted butter into the dry mix until it resembles coarse crumbs.
  4. In a separate bowl, whisk together the wet ingredients until smooth and creamy.
  5. Gradually pour the wet mixture into the dry ingredients and stir gently until combined.
  6. Carefully stir in the hot coffee and dark cocoa powder until the batter is glossy.
  7. Pour the batter into a greased and floured pan and bake for 30-35 minutes.

Nutrition

Serving: 1sliceCalories: 350kcalCarbohydrates: 45gProtein: 5gFat: 15gSaturated Fat: 9gPolyunsaturated Fat: 1gMonounsaturated Fat: 4gCholesterol: 55mgSodium: 210mgPotassium: 150mgFiber: 2gSugar: 20gVitamin A: 5IUCalcium: 4mgIron: 10mg

Notes

For an elegant touch, dust with powdered sugar before serving. Ensure all ingredients are at room temperature for best results.

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