Austrian Coffee Cream Cake (Mokkatorte)

May 08, 2023May 8, 20230 12
Indulge in the rich taste of Austrian Coffee Cream Cake (Mokkatorte)
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Prep

20 min

Cook

30 min

Ready In

170 min

Level

Easy

Rating

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Ingredients

1 cup flour
3/4 cup ground almonds
3/4 cup sugar
4 eggs
1 tablespoon strong black coffee ( Mocha )
3/4 cup sugar
1/2 cup butter
3 egg yolks
1/2 cup strong black mocha-flavored coffee

Nutrision Information

Servings Per Recipe
12
Calories
317
Sugar
32g
Fat
20g
The Austrian Coffee Cream Cake (Mokkatorte) is a traditional Austrian dessert that has become a favorite all over the world. This cake usually eaten with coffee or tea, is a perfect option for anyone who enjoys a sweet treat. The cake is moist, flavorful, and has a delicate coffee flavor that’s complemented by the nutty flavor of the almonds. Whether you’re looking to impress guests or indulge yourself, this cake is a guaranteed hit.

Instructions

1.Preheat the oven to 350°F.
2.In a large mixing bowl, whisk flour, ground almonds and 3/4 cup sugar.
3.In another mixing bowl, beat eggs and 1 tablespoon of strong black coffee together.
4.Mix the beaten eggs with the dry mixture in step 2 until well combined.
5.Pour the batter into a pre-greased 9-inch cake pan and spread it evenly on the surface.
6.Bake the cake for around 30 minutes and remove it from the oven.
7.Let the cake cool for 10 minutes and then remove it from the pan.
8.To make the cream, bring 3 egg yolks, 1/2 cup sugar, 1/2 cup butter and 1/2 cup of strong black mocha-flavored coffee to a boil in a saucepan under medium heat.
9.Mix continuously with a whisk until the cream thickens.
10.Spread the cream evenly over the cake, and let it cool for at least 2 hours.

PROS

The Austrian Coffee Cream Cake (Mokkatorte) is a deliciously moist cake, the combination of coffee and almonds fill the air and your palate.
It’s a delicate cake that’s not too sweet.

CONS

High in sugar, and fats, this cake isn’t the healthiest option.

It also contains about 317 calories per serving which is relatively high.

HEALTH & BENEFITS

While the Austrian Coffee Cream Cake (Mokkatorte) isn’t the healthiest dessert option, the health benefits of coffee and almonds are notable. It’s been reported that coffee is packed with antioxidants, and it can help boost brain function and reduce the risk of stroke, dementia, and Parkinson’s disease. Almonds are high in healthy fats, fiber, and protein, and they can help lower blood sugar levels and reduce the risk of heart disease and diabetes.

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