Chocolate Cake Recipe with Coffee and Cocoa Powder
This rich chocolate cake combines deep cocoa flavors with a hint of coffee, enhancing the chocolate's depth. Moist, decadent, and irresistible!
Equipment
- 3 mixing bowls
- 1 electric mixer or whisk
- 1 Measuring Cups and Spoons
- 1 Baking pan (9-inch round)
- 1 Sifter
- 1 oven
- 1 Cooling rack
Ingredients
- 1 ¾ cups all-purpose flour
- ¾ cup cocoa powder
- 1 cup brewed coffee cooled
- 1 ½ cups granulated sugar
- 1 ½ teaspoons baking powder
- 1 teaspoon baking soda
- ½ teaspoon salt
- 2 large eggs
- ½ cup vegetable oil
- 1 cup buttermilk
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
Instructions
- Preheat the oven: Set it to 350°F (175°C). Grease a 9-inch round baking pan and line with parchment.
- Mix dry ingredients: In a bowl, sift flour, cocoa powder, baking powder, baking soda, and salt together.
- Beat wet ingredients: In another bowl, whisk sugar, eggs, and oil until creamy.
- Combine: Add the dry ingredients and mix until just combined.
- Add coffee and buttermilk: Gradually add coffee and buttermilk, stirring until smooth.
- Incorporate vanilla: Mix in the vanilla extract gently.
- Bake: Pour the batter into the pan. Bake for 35 minutes or until a toothpick comes out clean.
- Cool: Let the cake cool in the pan for 10 minutes, then transfer to a rack.
Notes
Nutritional Values (Per Serving)
- Calories: 320
- Total Fat: 14g
- Saturated Fat: 3g
- Carbohydrates: 45g
- Fiber: 4g
- Protein: 5g
Vitamins and Minerals
- Calcium: 10%
- Iron: 15%
- Magnesium: 12%
- Potassium: 8%
- Phosphorus: 9%
Additional Notes/Tips to Enhance the Flavor
- Coffee boost: Use espresso for a stronger kick.
- Moisture trick: Substitute half the oil with applesauce for a healthier option.
- Frosting idea: Pair with cream cheese frosting for a tangy contrast.
- Extra depth: Add a pinch of salt to the batter for enhanced chocolate flavor.