Irresistible Caramel Coffee Buttercream Cake
Indulge in the delightful Irresistible Caramel Coffee Buttercream Cake, a perfect treat for coffee lovers and dessert enthusiasts alike. This decadent cake features layers of moist coffee-infused sponge complemented by rich caramel and smooth coffee buttercream. Ideal for any occasionfrom birthdays to casual gatheringsthis cake promises to impress with its elegant presentation and irresistible flavor. Each bite delivers a harmonious blend of sweet caramel and robust coffee, making it a standout dessert that youll want to share with friends and family.
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Total Time: 50 minutes
- Yield: Serves approximately 12 slices 1x
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Ingredients
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- 2 cups all-purpose flour
- 1 1/2 cups granulated sugar
- 3/4 cup unsalted butter, softened
- 3 large eggs
- 1 cup strong brewed coffee, cooled
- 1 tsp vanilla extract
- 2 tsp baking powder
- 1/2 tsp salt
- 1/2 cup caramel sauce
- 1 1/2 cups unsalted butter, softened (for buttercream)
- 3 cups powdered sugar
- 2 tbsp strong brewed coffee, cooled (for buttercream)
- 1 tsp vanilla extract (for buttercream)
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 350F (175C). Grease your cake pans.
- In one bowl, mix flour, baking powder, and salt.
- In another bowl, cream butter and sugar until fluffy; add eggs one at a time, then stir in coffee and vanilla.
- Gradually combine dry ingredients with wet until just mixed.
- Divide batter into pans and bake for 25-30 minutes until a toothpick comes out clean. Cool completely.
- For the buttercream, beat softened butter with powdered sugar, adding cooled coffee and vanilla until blended.
- Assemble the layers with caramel sauce and buttercream, topping with extra caramel if desired.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 slice (85g)
- Calories: 380
- Sugar: 35g
- Sodium: 210mg
- Fat: 22g
- Saturated Fat: 14g
- Unsaturated Fat: 6g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 42g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 4g
- Cholesterol: 70mg