This cake tastes like autumn stole a coffee shop and turned it into dessert. Spiced, rich, and ridiculously irresistible. Cinnamon’s not just for toast anymore. Imagine fluffy layers humming with warmth, soaked with brewed boldness, and stacked like it has something to prove. Every bite whispers “you’ll regret not making two.” It’s the kind of bake that makes basic brownies look embarrassed. This cake doesn’t beg for compliments—it earns them, smugly. Perfect for cozy gatherings or solo face-stuffing while binge-watching your favorite regret. Ready your forks, napkins, and moral flexibility. Because this spicy diva steals the whole spotlight.
Coffee and Cinnamon Layer Cake
Soft coffee-kissed sponge layers, cinnamon-infused from top to crumb, stacked high with creamy filling and baked-in confidence. It’s cozy and caffeinated—perfection.
Ingredients
For the Cake Layers:
- 1¾ cups all-purpose flour
- 1½ tsp ground cinnamon
- 1 tsp baking powder
- ½ tsp baking soda
- ¼ tsp salt
- ¾ cup brown sugar
- ½ cup granulated sugar
- ½ cup unsalted butter room temp
- 3 large eggs
- ¼ cup brewed strong coffee cooled
- ½ cup whole milk
- 1 tsp vanilla extract
For the Filling/Frosting:
- ¾ cup heavy cream
- ¼ cup cream cheese
- ½ tsp ground cinnamon
- ¼ cup powdered sugar
- ½ tsp vanilla extract
For the Coffee Syrup:
- ¼ cup water
- 1 tbsp instant coffee
- 2 tsp brown sugar
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 350°F. Grease pans. Line them like you mean it.
- Whisk flour, cinnamon, baking powder, soda, and salt in a bowl. Pretend you’re on a cooking show.
- In another bowl, beat butter, sugars, and eggs until smooth, fluffy, and emotionally stable.
- Mix in coffee, vanilla, and milk. Keep calm and blend on.
- Fold dry mix into wet mix. Don’t overmix unless you enjoy dry cakes and disappointment.
- Pour batter evenly into pans. Bake for 28–30 minutes.
- Cool cakes for 10 minutes. Flip onto racks like a pro.
- Make syrup by simmering water, coffee, and sugar. Brush over cooled cakes. Generously.
- Beat cream, cream cheese, sugar, cinnamon, and vanilla until thick but spreadable—like your sarcasm.
- Layer cake with frosting. Decorate if you must, or slice it like you earned it (you did
Notes
Nutritional Values (Per Serving)
- Calories: 390
- Total Fat: 21g
- Saturated Fat: 12g
- Carbohydrates: 46g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 5g
Vitamins and Minerals (Per Serving)
- Calcium: 8%
- Iron: 5%
- Vitamin A: 10%
- Phosphorus: 6%
- Vitamin B12: 4%
Additional Notes/Tips to Enhance Flavor
- Add a dash of nutmeg if you’re feeling extra autumnal.
- Swap milk for buttermilk for tangy flair.
- Want drama? Add a layer of crushed pecans.
- Refrigerate the frosted cake for firmer slices.
- Eat with coffee. Or wine. You do you.
