Description
Indulge in this sophisticated, multi-layered mocha cake that perfectly marries the roasted depth of brewed coffee with rich, velvety cocoa. Developed for a professional-grade finish at home, this cake features a moist, tender crumb achieved through the inclusion of sour cream. It is the ultimate dessert for coffee enthusiasts looking to impress at any gathering, offering a reliable, delicious, and deeply satisfying chocolate experience that stays fresh for days.
Ingredients
1 cup unsalted butter, softened
3 cups brown sugar, packed
4 large eggs, room temperature
3 teaspoons pure vanilla extract
3 cups all-purpose flour
3/4 cup Dutch-processed cocoa powder
3 teaspoons baking soda
1/2 teaspoon salt
1.5 cups brewed coffee, cooled completely
1.33 cups full-fat sour cream
Instructions
Preheat your oven to 350 degrees Fahrenheit.
Grease and flour three 9-inch round baking pans.
Cream the softened butter and brown sugar in a large bowl for 5 to 7 minutes until fluffy.
Add eggs one at a time, beating well after each addition, followed by the vanilla extract.
Sift together the flour, cocoa powder, baking soda, and salt in a separate bowl.
Gradually alternate adding the dry ingredients and the cooled coffee to the butter mixture, starting and ending with the flour.
Fold in the sour cream until the batter is smooth and well-combined.
Divide the batter evenly among the three prepared pans.
Bake for 35 minutes or until a toothpick inserted into the center comes out clean.
Cool in the pans for 10 minutes before transferring to a wire rack to cool completely before frosting.
Notes
Ensure the coffee is completely cold before adding to the batter to avoid cooking the eggs prematurely. Sifting the cocoa powder and flour is essential for a lump-free, velvety crumb. You can bake the layers a day in advance and wrap them tightly in plastic wrap to keep them moist until you are ready to assemble.
- Prep Time: 30
- Cook Time: 35
- Category: Baking
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 slice
- Calories: 480
- Sugar: 52g
- Sodium: 420mg
- Fat: 22g
- Saturated Fat: 13g
- Carbohydrates: 68g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 6g
- Cholesterol: 115mg