This mocha cake recipe combines the rich flavors of coffee and chocolate into a moist and decadent dessert that is sure to impress. Perfect for special occasions or simply indulging your sweet tooth, this cake is a must-try for coffee lovers.
Ingredients
- 1 and 3/4 cups all-purpose flour
- 1 and 1/2 cups granulated sugar
- 3/4 cup unsweetened cocoa powder
- 2 tsp baking powder
- 1 tsp baking soda
- 1/2 tsp salt
- 2 eggs
- 1 cup milk
- 1/2 cup vegetable oil
- 2 tsp vanilla extract
- 1 cup strong brewed coffee, cooled
Directions
- Preheat oven to 350°F and grease a 9-inch round cake pan.
- In a large mixing bowl, combine flour, sugar, cocoa powder, baking powder, baking soda, and salt.
- Add eggs, milk, oil, and vanilla extract to the dry ingredients and mix until well combined.
- Stir in the cooled brewed coffee until the batter is smooth.
- Pour the batter into the prepared cake pan and bake for 30-35 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted into the center comes out clean.
- Allow the cake to cool in the pan for 10 minutes before transferring to a wire rack to cool completely.
- Serve the mocha cake with a dusting of cocoa powder or a dollop of whipped cream, if desired.
