Espresso Layer Cake
Espresso layer cake is a popular dessert that combines the rich flavors of coffee and chocolate in a moist and decadent cake.
This is vegetarian recipe. Dish can be prepared in 180 minutes. Recipe requires some culinary experience (medium difficulty). Number of ingredients: 13.
Espresso Layer Cake
Ingredients
Instructions
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Preheat the oven to 350°F (180°C) and grease three 8-inch round cake pans.
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In a medium bowl, whisk together the flour, cocoa powder, baking powder, and salt.
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In a large bowl, cream together the butter and granulated sugar until light and fluffy. Add the eggs, one at a time, beating well after each addition. Stir in the vanilla extract and espresso powder.
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Gradually add the dry ingredients to the wet ingredients, alternating with the milk. Begin and end with the dry ingredients.
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Divide the batter evenly among the prepared cake pans. Smooth the tops with a spatula.
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Bake for 25-30 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted into the center of the cakes comes out clean.
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Remove the cakes from the oven and let them cool in the pans for 10 minutes. Then transfer the cakes to a wire rack to cool completely.
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In a chilled bowl, whip the heavy cream and powdered sugar until stiff peaks form.
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Place one cake layer on a serving plate and spread a layer of whipped cream on top. Repeat with the remaining cake layers.
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Sprinkle the grated dark chocolate over the top of the cake.
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Chill the cake in the refrigerator for at least 2 hours before serving.
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Slice and serve.
Nutrition Facts
Servings 12
- Amount Per Serving
- Calories 400kcal
- % Daily Value *
- Total Fat 20g31%
- Total Carbohydrate 50g17%
- Sugars 40g
- Protein 5g10%
* The Percentage Daily Values are calculated from a 2,000 calorie diet. Your specific daily value may vary, depending on your individual calorie requirements.
