Mocha Latte Chip Cake

May 12, 2023May 12, 20230 2
Mocha Latte Chip Cake with Espresso Chocolate Glaze
in Dessert

Prep

30 min

Cook

25 min

Ready In

55 min

Level

Difficult

Rating

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Ingredients

1 cup butter , softened
1 3/4 cups granulated sugar
5 eggs
3 cups all-purpose flour
1 tablespoon baking powder
3/4 teaspoon salt
1 1/2 cups milk
1 tablespoon vanilla extract
1 tablespoon instant espresso powder
2 1/2 cups milk chocolate chips
3/4 cup milk chocolate chips
1/3 cup butter
1/3 cup corn syrup
1 1/2 teaspoons instant espresso powder

Nutrision Information

Servings Per Recipe
12
Calories
582
Sugar
53g
Fat
36g
Mocha Latte Chip Cake with Espresso Chocolate Glaze is a decadent and indulgent dessert that is perfect for those who love coffee and chocolate. This cake features layers of rich, moist chocolate cake that are studded with milk chocolate chips and flavored with instant espresso powder. The cake is then topped with a smooth, creamy glaze made from milk chocolate, butter, corn syrup, and more espresso powder. Served with a cup of coffee or tea, this cake makes an excellent dessert for a special occasion or a weekend treat.

Instructions

1.Preheat oven to 350°F. Grease two 9-inch cake pans with non-stick spray.
2.Cream butter and sugar until light and fluffy. Beat in eggs one at a time.
3.In a separate bowl, whisk together flour, baking powder, and salt.
4.Add flour mixture to butter mixture, alternating with milk, beginning and ending with flour mixture.
5.Stir in vanilla extract, instant espresso powder, and milk chocolate chips.
6.Divide batter evenly between prepared pans. Bake for 25-30 minutes, until a toothpick inserted in the center comes out clean.
7.Cool cakes in pans for 5 minutes, then remove and cool completely on wire racks.
8.Heat 3/4 cup milk chocolate chips, 3/4 cup butter, 1/3 cup corn syrup, and 1 1/2 teaspoons instant espresso powder in a small saucepan over low heat. Stir until melted and smooth.
9.Pour glaze over cooled cake layers, allowing it to drip down the sides.
10.Decorate with additional chocolate chips or whipped cream, if desired.

PROS

This cake is incredibly decadent and rich, with layers of moist chocolate cake and creamy espresso glaze.

Perfect for impressing guests or as a special birthday cake.

CONS

This cake is high in calories and sugar, and should be enjoyed in moderation as part of a balanced diet.

It is also time-consuming and requires numerous ingredients, making it a difficult recipe for beginner bakers.

HEALTH & BENEFITS

While this dessert is not particularly healthy, it does contain some nutritional benefits.
The cocoa powder in the cake is high in antioxidants, which can help protect against disease.
The espresso powder also has a small amount of caffeine, which can boost energy levels and improve mental alertness.

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