Description
This Chocolate Coffee Cake is the ultimate decadent dessert combining rich cocoa and robust coffee flavors with moist, tender crumb. Perfect for coffee lovers and chocolate enthusiasts alike, it features a blend of cocoa powder, brewed coffee, and mini chocolate chips for bursts of chocolatey goodness. Topped with a crunchy brown sugar sprinkle, this cake is easy to make, baked to perfection, and ideal for serving warm or at room temperature.
Ingredients
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Dry Ingredients
- 1½ cups all-purpose flour
- ½ cup unsweetened cocoa powder
- 1½ teaspoons baking powder
- ½ teaspoon baking soda
- ½ teaspoon salt
Wet Ingredients
- ½ cup unsalted butter, softened
- 1 cup granulated sugar
- 2 large eggs
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- ½ cup sour cream
- ½ cup strong brewed coffee, cooled
Add-ins and Topping
- ½ cup mini chocolate chips
- ½ cup chopped walnuts (optional)
- 2 tablespoons brown sugar (for topping)
Instructions
- Preheat and Prepare Pan: Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and grease an 8×8-inch baking pan to ensure the cake doesn’t stick.
- Mix Dry Ingredients: In a medium bowl, whisk together the all-purpose flour, unsweetened cocoa powder, baking powder, baking soda, and salt until well combined.
- Cream Butter and Sugar: In a large bowl, use a mixer to cream the softened unsalted butter and granulated sugar until the mixture is light and fluffy, enhancing the cake’s texture.
- Add Eggs and Flavorings: Beat in the eggs one at a time, ensuring each is fully incorporated before adding the next. Then mix in the vanilla extract and sour cream until smooth.
- Combine Wet and Dry Mixtures: Gradually add the dry ingredients to the wet mixture, alternating with the cooled brewed coffee. Begin and end with the dry ingredients to ensure a balanced batter.
- Fold in Add-ins: Gently fold in the mini chocolate chips and optional chopped walnuts to distribute them evenly throughout the batter.
- Pour Batter and Add Topping: Pour the batter into the prepared baking pan and smooth the surface with a spatula. Sprinkle the brown sugar evenly over the top to create a sweet, crunchy topping.
- Bake the Cake: Bake in the preheated oven for 35 to 40 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted into the center comes out clean, indicating the cake is fully cooked.
- Cool the Cake: Allow the cake to cool in the pan for about 15 minutes. Then transfer it to a wire rack to cool completely before serving.
- Serve: Enjoy the cake warm for a comforting treat or at room temperature to fully appreciate its rich flavors.
Notes
- For a richer coffee flavor, substitute the brewed coffee with espresso.
- You can use Greek yogurt instead of sour cream for a tangy twist and lighter texture.
- For extra decadence, drizzle with chocolate glaze or dust with powdered sugar just before serving.
