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Moist Chocolate Layer Cake with Coffee Buttercream Icing

4.8/5
20 reviews
Moist Chocolate Layer Cake with Coffee Buttercream Icing
Moist Chocolate Layer Cake with Coffee Buttercream Icing
55min Total Time
8 people Servings
Easy Difficulty
Budget Cost
450 kcal Calories

Who knew that moist chocolate cake could get even better with coffee?


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 Ingredients



8
                            

  • 
1 3/4 cups all-purpose flour
  • 
3/4 cup unsweetened cocoa powder
  • 
2 cups granulated sugar
  • 
1 1/2 tsp baking powder
  • 
1 1/2 tsp baking soda
  • 
1 tsp salt
  • 
2 large eggs
  • 
1 cup whole milk
  • 
1/2 cup vegetable oil
  • 
2 tsp vanilla extract
  • 
1 cup boiling water

 Instructions
1
Preheat oven to 350°F.


2
Grease and flour two round cake pans.


3
In a bowl, mix dry ingredients.


4
Add eggs, milk, oil, and vanilla.


5
Beat on medium speed for 2 minutes.


6
Stir in boiling water gradually.


7
Pour batter into prepared pans.


8
Bake for 30-35 minutes until a toothpick comes out clean.


9
Cool cakes for 10 minutes in pans.


10
Transfer to a cooling rack to cool completely.


11
While cooling, prepare coffee buttercream.


12
Beat butter until creamy, add sugar gradually.


13
Mix in coffee and vanilla extract.


14
Frost the cooled cake layers.


15
Decorate as desired and serve.



 Pro Tips


Always measure flour correctly.nLet cakes cool completely before frosting.nExperiment with different frostings.

 Troubleshooting


Cake domes too much: Reduce mixing speed.nFrosting too runny: Chill to firm up.

 Recipe Variations


Add chocolate chips for extra fudge.nTry flavored extracts in frosting.nUse different pastry creams as filling.

Serving Suggestions


Serve with vanilla ice cream.nGarnish with chocolate shavings.nPair with coffee or tea.

Nutrition Facts
450
Calories
6g
Protein
62g
Carbs
21g
Fat
3g
Fiber
41g
Sugar
300mg
Sodium
40mg
Cholesterol

Common Mistakes to Avoid


Overmixing causes dense texture.nNot leveling cake layers leads to uneven frosting.nForgetting to grease pans results in sticking.

 Frequently Asked Questions

Can I use almond milk instead?

Yes, it works well for dairy-free option.

How do I prevent my cake from sinking?

Make sure your baking powder is fresh.

Can I omit the coffee in frosting?

Yes, replace it with milk or cream.

What if my frosting is too thick?

Add a little milk to reach desired consistency.

Can I make this cake gluten-free?

Use a gluten-free flour blend.

 Reviews
Sofia
Feb 20, 2026
Best chocolate cake ever! Moist and rich.
Raj
Feb 28, 2026
Loved the coffee flavor in the icing!
Kim
Feb 25, 2026
Simple to make, wowed my guests.
Ahmed
Mar 17, 2026
Great for birthdays! Everyone loved it.
Chen
Feb 27, 2026
This is my new go-to cake recipe.







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