Welcome to the decadent realm where coffee meets cake and throws a lavish party. Imagine a moist coffee-infused sponge layered with rich mascarpone frosting that tastes like luxury, without the pretentious price tag. It’s not just a dessert; it’s a caffeinated experience. You know, for the days when you need something a bit extra—a cake that delivers a smooth yet powerful punch. No one’s going to call you basic with this one. This cake doesn’t whisper “fancy”—it yells it. Warning: consumption may lead to overconfidence in your baking abilities and a slight addiction to mascarpone.
Coffee Layer Cake with Mascarpone Frosting
A luscious coffee-infused cake, layered with mascarpone frosting that’s rich, creamy, and so smooth, it'll make you question your life choices.
Ingredients
For the Cake Layers:
- 2 cups all-purpose flour
- 1¼ cups granulated sugar
- ½ cup unsweetened cocoa powder
- 1½ tsp baking powder
- ½ tsp baking soda
- ¼ tsp salt
- ½ cup unsalted butter softened
- 3 large eggs
- ¾ cup strong brewed coffee cooled
- ½ cup whole milk
- 1 tsp vanilla extract
- 2 tbsp sour cream
For the Mascarpone Frosting:
- 8 oz mascarpone cheese room temp
- ½ cup unsalted butter softened
- 2 cups powdered sugar
- 1 tsp vanilla extract
- 2 tbsp heavy cream
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 350°F. Grease and line two 8-inch cake pans. Get serious.
- Mix the flour, sugar, cocoa powder, baking powder, baking soda, and salt in a bowl.
- In a separate bowl, beat butter and eggs until fluffy and suspiciously perfect.
- Add coffee, milk, vanilla, and sour cream. Mix until it feels like velvet.
- Gradually fold in the dry ingredients. It’ll feel like you’re walking on clouds—except you’re baking.
- Divide batter evenly between pans. Bake for 30–35 minutes, or until a toothpick emerges victorious.
- Let the cakes cool in the pans for 10 minutes, then transfer to a cooling rack.
- For the frosting, beat mascarpone, butter, powdered sugar, vanilla, and heavy cream until smooth.
- Stack the cake layers, generously applying frosting between them.
- Cover the top and sides with frosting, smoothing it with an offset spatula like a pro.
- Chill for 30 minutes, slice, and prepare to blow people’s minds.
Notes
Nutritional Values (Per Serving)
- Calories: 400
- Total Fat: 23g
- Saturated Fat: 13g
- Carbohydrates: 46g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 5g
Vitamins and Minerals (Per Serving)
- Iron: 6%
- Calcium: 8%
- Vitamin A: 12%
- Magnesium: 7%
- Phosphorus: 9%
Additional Notes/Tips to Enhance Flavor
- Use espresso instead of regular coffee for a deeper, more intense flavor.
- Add a touch of cinnamon or nutmeg to the frosting for a subtle twist.
- For a crunchy texture, sprinkle some crushed hazelnuts on top.
- Let the cake sit overnight; it gets even better (if that’s possible).
- Pair with a dark roast coffee or a glass of dessert wine to make everyone jealous.
