Espresso Coffee and Cream Layer Cake
A rich, coffee-infused sponge layered with airy whipped cream and just enough espresso to raise eyebrows and heart rates.
Ingredients
- For the Cake:
- 1¾ cups all-purpose flour
- 1½ teaspoons baking powder
- ¼ teaspoon baking soda
- ½ teaspoon salt
- ¾ cup unsalted butter room temp
- ¾ cup brown sugar
- ¼ cup white sugar
- 3 large eggs
- 1 tablespoon instant espresso dissolved in ¼ cup hot water
- ½ cup sour cream
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- For the Cream Filling:
- 1½ cups heavy whipping cream
- 2 tablespoons powdered sugar
- 1 teaspoon vanilla
- Optional: extra dissolved espresso for brushing the sponge layers
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 350°F and line your pans, unless you're into cake archaeology.
- In a bowl, sift flour, baking powder, soda, and salt. Try not to sneeze directly into it.
- Beat butter with both sugars until pale and fluffy. Act like it owes you money.
- Add eggs one at a time, mixing like your frosting depends on it (it does).
- Stir in espresso mix, vanilla, and sour cream. Yes, it will smell divine.
- Fold in dry ingredients. Do not overmix unless you enjoy dense regret.
- Divide batter into pans. Bake for 28–30 minutes or until golden and confident.
- Let cakes cool completely. Patience is a virtue and frosting hates warmth.
- Whip cream, sugar, and vanilla until stiff peaks form. Don’t overdo it unless you like butter.
- Brush cake layers with espresso if using. Frost generously. Chill if you can resist.
Notes
Nutritional Values (Per Serving)
- Calories: 440
- Total Fat: 25g
- Saturated Fat: 14g
- Carbohydrates: 48g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 5g
Vitamins and Minerals (Per Serving)
- Calcium: 6%
- Iron: 7%
- Vitamin A: 9%
- Folate: 8%
- Magnesium: 5%
Additional Notes/Tips to Enhance Flavor
- Add a tablespoon of coffee liqueur to the cream if your guests are fun.
- Chill cake before slicing for clean, smug cuts.
- Use full-fat sour cream—life is short.
- Dust top with cocoa or shaved chocolate for aesthetic superiority.
- Perfect excuse to eat cake for breakfast. It's got espresso, after all.