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Chocolate Espresso Cake

Decadent Chocolate Espresso Cake for Pure Indulgence

Indulge in this rich Chocolate Espresso Cake, perfect for mocha lovers and special occasions.
Prep Time 30 minutes
Cook Time 35 minutes
Cooling Time 1 hour
Total Time 2 hours 5 minutes
Servings: 8 slices
Course: Desserts
Cuisine: American
Calories: 450

Ingredients
  

For the Cake Batter
  • 8 oz Dark Chocolate select high-quality bars
  • 8 oz Semi-Sweet Chocolate can substitute with dark chocolate
  • 3/4 cup Unsweetened Cocoa Powder ensure it's unsweetened
  • 1 1/2 cups All-Purpose Flour no direct substitutions recommended
  • 1 cup Granulated Sugar can swap with light brown sugar
  • 1/2 cup Dark Brown Sugar enhances moisture and flavor
  • 4 Eggs should be at room temperature
  • 1 tbsp Baking Powder ensure it’s fresh
  • 1 tsp Baking Soda ensure it’s fresh
  • 1/2 tsp Salt essential for baking
  • 1 cup Coffee instant coffee preferred
For the Frosting
  • 1 cup Heavy Cream substitute with coconut cream for dairy-free

Equipment

  • Mixing bowls
  • small saucepan
  • whisk
  • Oven
  • Cake Pans
  • Wire rack

Method
 

Step-by-Step Instructions
  1. In a mixing bowl, combine the dark chocolate, semi-sweet chocolate, cocoa powder, and salt. In a small saucepan, heat the heavy cream and granulated sugar over medium heat until sugar is dissolved, about 3-5 minutes. Once melted, pour the hot cream mixture over the chocolate mixture and whisk until smooth. Refrigerate for at least 1 hour.
  2. In a large mixing bowl, whisk together the all-purpose flour, granulated sugar, dark brown sugar, baking powder, baking soda, and salt. In another bowl, blend the eggs, hot coffee, and melted dark chocolate until smooth. Gradually add the wet mixture to the dry ingredients, stirring gently until just combined.
  3. Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C). Grease and flour two 9-inch round cake pans. Divide the batter evenly between the prepared pans. Bake for about 30-35 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted in the center comes out clean.
  4. Once the cakes are out of the pans, let them cool completely on the wire rack for at least 1 hour.
  5. In a bowl, whisk together the instant coffee and boiling water until dissolved. Allow it to cool slightly.
  6. Once cooled, level the tops of the cakes if necessary, and slice each layer in half horizontally. Place one layer on a serving plate, brush generously with the coffee soak, and add a layer of frosting on top.
  7. Apply a thin crumb coat around the sides and on top of the layered cake. Chill in the refrigerator for about 20 minutes.
  8. Once the crumb coat has set, coat the top and sides of the cake with remaining frosting to create a smooth finish.

Nutrition

Serving: 1sliceCalories: 450kcalCarbohydrates: 55gProtein: 6gFat: 25gSaturated Fat: 15gPolyunsaturated Fat: 1gMonounsaturated Fat: 7gCholesterol: 60mgSodium: 300mgPotassium: 200mgFiber: 3gSugar: 30gVitamin A: 500IUCalcium: 50mgIron: 2mg

Notes

Store in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 1 week. Can be frozen for up to 3 months. Thaw overnight in the fridge.

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