Delicious and moist Mocha Upside Down Cake

This Mocha Upside Down Cake is a delightful twist on a classic dessert. The combination of rich chocolate and bold coffee flavors creates a moist and decadent cake that is perfect for any occasion. With a caramel and coffee glaze on top, this cake is sure to impress your guests. The recipe takes just a few simple ingredients and can be made in less than an hour. Treat yourself to a slice of this heavenly cake and enjoy the perfect blend of chocolate and coffee flavors.

Ingredients

• For the topping:
• - 1/4 cup butter
• - 1/4 cup brown sugar
• - 1/4 cup strong brewed coffee
• - 1 tablespoon unsweetened cocoa powder
• For the cake batter:
• - 1 cup all-purpose flour
• - 1/2 cup granulated sugar
• - 1/4 cup unsweetened cocoa powder
• - 1/2 teaspoon baking powder
• - 1/4 teaspoon baking soda
• - 1/4 teaspoon salt
• - 1/2 cup milk
• - 1/4 cup strong brewed coffee, cooled
• - 1/4 cup vegetable oil
• - 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
• - 1 egg

Directions

1. Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C) and grease a round cake pan.
2. In a small saucepan, melt the butter over medium heat. Stir in the brown sugar and cook until smooth. Remove from heat and stir in the brewed coffee and cocoa powder until well combined. Pour the mixture into the prepared cake pan, spreading it evenly.
3. In a medium mixing bowl, whisk together the flour, granulated sugar, cocoa powder, baking powder, baking soda, and salt.
4. In a separate bowl, whisk together the milk, cooled brewed coffee, vegetable oil, vanilla extract, and egg.
5. Gradually add the wet ingredients to the dry ingredients, stirring until just combined. Be careful not to overmix.
6. Pour the batter over the topping in the cake pan, spreading it evenly.
7. Bake in the preheated oven for 25-30 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted into the center of the cake comes out clean.
8. Remove from the oven and allow the cake to cool in the pan for 5 minutes.
9. Place a serving plate upside down on top of the cake pan. Carefully invert the cake onto the plate, allowing the topping to drizzle down the sides.
10. Serve the Mocha Upside Down Cake warm or at room temperature. Enjoy!

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