Description
Chocolate Espresso Cake is a luscious dessert that perfectly blends rich chocolate and bold coffee flavors. This indulgent cake features moist, velvety layers enhanced by the aroma of freshly brewed espresso, making it an irresistible treat for any occasion. Whether you’re celebrating a special event or simply satisfying your sweet tooth, this cake is sure to impress with its stunning presentation and delightful taste.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 ¾ cups all-purpose flour
- ¾ cup unsweetened cocoa powder
- 2 cups granulated sugar
- 1 ½ tsp baking powder
- 1 tsp baking soda
- ½ tsp salt
- 3 large eggs
- 1 cup vegetable oil
- 1 cup brewed espresso or strong coffee (cooled)
- 2 tsp vanilla extract
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C). Grease and flour two 9-inch round cake pans.
- In a large bowl, whisk together the flour, cocoa powder, sugar, baking powder, baking soda, and salt.
- In another bowl, beat the eggs with the vegetable oil, cooled espresso, and vanilla extract until smooth.
- Gradually combine the wet ingredients with the dry ingredients, stirring gently until just mixed.
- Divide the batter evenly between prepared pans and bake for 30-35 minutes or until a toothpick inserted in the center comes out clean.
- Let cakes cool in pans for about ten minutes before transferring them to wire racks to cool completely.
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 35 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 slice (85g)
- Calories: 360
- Sugar: 34g
- Sodium: 220mg
- Fat: 16g
- Saturated Fat: 2g
- Unsaturated Fat: 14g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 52g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 5g
- Cholesterol: 40mg