Ready to drown in decadence? The Mocha Coffee Layer Cake with Chocolate Ganache is your next obsession. This isn’t just another coffee-flavored dessert; it’s a luxurious indulgence that unapologetically pairs rich coffee with silky, smooth ganache. Forget about those diet plans—you’ll want every crumb of this cake. Layers of moist, coffee-infused cake get drenched in chocolate ganache, and it’s pure bliss. If you’re the kind of person who has more coffee than actual water, this cake will definitely be your new favorite guilty pleasure. Be prepared, though: it’s dangerously addictive.
Mocha Coffee Layer Cake with Chocolate Ganache
A heavenly mocha coffee cake layered with rich, glossy chocolate ganache. Every bite is a perfect balance of coffee and chocolate.
Ingredients
For the Cake:
- 1 ½ cups all-purpose flour
- 1 cup granulated sugar
- 1 teaspoon baking powder
- ½ teaspoon baking soda
- 1 teaspoon salt
- ½ cup unsweetened cocoa powder
- 2 large eggs
- 1 cup brewed coffee cooled
- ½ cup buttermilk
- ½ cup vegetable oil
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
For the Ganache:
- 8 oz semi-sweet chocolate chopped
- ½ cup heavy cream
- 1 tablespoon unsalted butter
Instructions
For the Cake:
- Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C).
- Grease and flour two 9-inch cake pans.
- In a large bowl, mix flour, sugar, baking powder, baking soda, salt, and cocoa powder.
- Add eggs, cooled coffee, buttermilk, oil, and vanilla. Mix until smooth.
- Pour the batter evenly into the prepared pans.
- Bake for 35–40 minutes or until a toothpick comes out clean.
- Let the cakes cool in the pans for 10 minutes before transferring them to a cooling rack.
For the Ganache:
- Heat the cream in a double boiler or microwave until it’s just about to boil.
- Pour the cream over the chopped chocolate and let it sit for 2 minutes.
- Stir until smooth, then add butter and mix well.
- Let the ganache cool for 10 minutes before pouring it over the cooled cakes.
Notes
Nutritional Values (Per Serving)
Calories: 430Total Fat: 26g
Saturated Fat: 15g
Carbohydrates: 47g
Fiber: 4g
Protein: 5g
Vitamins and Minerals (Per Serving)
- Vitamin A: 6%
- Iron: 10%
- Calcium: 3%
- Vitamin C: 2%
- Magnesium: 5%
Additional Notes/Tips
- Add a sprinkle of sea salt on top of the ganache for an unexpected salty kick.
- If you prefer a deeper coffee flavor, use espresso instead of brewed coffee.
- Serve with whipped cream or ice cream to elevate the experience.
