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Mocha Chocolate Cake

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This cake combines rich chocolate with the bold kick of espresso, topped off with a smooth mocha frosting.
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Prep Time 20 minutes
Cook Time 35 minutes
Total Time 55 minutes
Servings 12 servings
Calories 380 kcal

Ingredients
  

For the Cake:

  • 1 ¾ cups all-purpose flour
  • 1 ½ cups granulated sugar
  • ½ cup unsweetened cocoa powder
  • 1 tsp baking soda
  • 1 tsp baking powder
  • ½ tsp salt
  • 2 large eggs
  • 1 cup strong brewed coffee cooled
  • ½ cup buttermilk
  • ½ cup vegetable oil
  • 1 tsp vanilla extract

For the Mocha Frosting:

  • ½ cup unsalted butter softened
  • 3 cups powdered sugar
  • 3 tbsp unsweetened cocoa powder
  • 2 tbsp strong brewed coffee
  • 1 tsp vanilla extract

Instructions
 

Preheat and Prepare:

  • Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C).
  • Grease and flour two 9-inch cake pans.

Make the Cake Batter:

  • In a large bowl, whisk together the flour, cocoa powder, baking soda, baking powder, and salt.
  • Add eggs, brewed coffee, buttermilk, vegetable oil, and vanilla.
  • Mix until smooth and well combined.

Bake the Cake:

  • Pour the batter evenly into the prepared pans.
  • Bake for 30-35 minutes, or until a toothpick comes out clean.
  • Let the cakes cool in the pans for 10 minutes before transferring to a cooling rack.

Make the Frosting:

  • Beat softened butter until creamy.
  • Gradually add powdered sugar, cocoa powder, brewed coffee, and vanilla.
  • Continue beating until smooth and fluffy.

Assemble the Cake:

  • Frost the first layer of cake with a generous amount of frosting.
  • Top with the second layer, and frost the entire cake.

Serve and Enjoy:

  • Slice and enjoy immediately—or let it chill for a few hours for more intense flavor.

Notes

Nutritional Values (Per Serving)

  • Calories: 380
  • Total Fat: 18g
  • Saturated Fat: 6g
  • Carbohydrates: 52g
  • Fiber: 3g
  • Protein: 4g

Vitamins and Minerals (Per Serving)

  • Calcium: 3%
  • Iron: 10%
  • Vitamin A: 5%
  • Vitamin C: 0%
  • Magnesium: 6%

Additional Notes/Tips to Enhance the Flavor

  • Add chocolate chips to the batter for extra gooeyness.
  • Swap buttermilk for sour cream for a richer texture.
  • For an extra coffee kick, add a teaspoon of instant coffee to the frosting.
  • Refrigerate the cake overnight to let the flavors settle for a more intense mocha punch.