Servings: 8 people
Calories: 350kcal
Cost: $15
Equipment
- Mixing Bowls
- Whisk
- Spatula
- Electric Mixer
Ingredients
- 190 g all-purpose flour
- 200 g granulated sugar
- 50 g unsweetened cocoa powder
- 1.5 tsp baking powder
- 0.5 tsp baking soda
- 0.5 tsp salt
- 240 ml strong brewed coffee (cooled)
- 120 ml vegetable oil
- 2 large eggs (room temperature)
- 2 tsp vanilla extract
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and prepare your cake pans.
- In a large bowl, whisk together the flour, sugar, cocoa powder, baking powder, baking soda, and salt.
- In another bowl, whisk the cooled coffee, vegetable oil, eggs, and vanilla until fully combined.
- Pour the wet ingredients into the dry ingredients and stir gently until just combined.
- Pour the batter evenly into the prepared pans and bake for 25-30 minutes.
- Make the Coffee Buttercream Frosting by beating softened butter until light and fluffy, then gradually adding powdered sugar.
- Dissolve the instant coffee in hot water and mix it into the frosting along with the vanilla extract; add heavy cream until the desired consistency is reached.
- For the ganache, heat heavy cream until simmering, then pour over chopped chocolate and stir until smooth.
- Assemble the cake by frosting between layers, covering the cake, and drizzling ganache on top.
Notes
This recipe is highly praised for its simplicity and irresistible taste. A dessert that will showcase your baking talents!
Nutrition
Calories: 350kcal | Carbohydrates: 50g | Protein: 4g | Fat: 16g | Saturated Fat: 8g | Cholesterol: 40mg | Sodium: 150mg | Potassium: 150mg | Fiber: 2g | Sugar: 25g | Vitamin A: 250IU | Calcium: 30mg | Iron: 2mg
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