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Gooey Coffee Caramel Cake

Incredible Gooey Coffee Caramel Cake 1 Burst

  • Author: basmer
  • Total Time: 1 hour 15 minutes
  • Yield: 12 servings 1x
  • Diet: Vegetarian

Description

This Gooey Coffee Caramel Cake recipe offers a moist and decadent dessert experience. It combines the rich flavors of coffee with a luscious caramel sauce, topped with a creamy coffee frosting and drizzled with more caramel. It’s a perfect centerpiece for any occasion.

Ingredients

Scale
  • For the Coffee Cake:
  • 2 cups all-purpose flour
  • 1 ½ cups granulated sugar
  • ¾ cup unsweetened cocoa powder
  • 1 tablespoon instant coffee granules
  • 1 ½ teaspoons baking powder
  • 1 teaspoon baking soda
  • ½ teaspoon salt
  • 1 cup buttermilk (or milk with 1 tablespoon vinegar)
  • ½ cup vegetable oil
  • 2 large eggs
  • 2 teaspoons vanilla extract
  • 1 cup boiling water
  • For the Gooey Caramel Filling:
  • 1 cup granulated sugar
  • 6 tablespoons unsalted butter
  • ½ cup heavy cream
  • 1 teaspoon sea salt (or to taste)
  • For the Coffee Frosting:
  • 1 cup unsalted butter, softened
  • 4 cups powdered sugar
  • 2 tablespoons instant coffee granules
  • 2–4 tablespoons heavy cream (adjust for consistency)
  • 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
  • For Garnish (Optional):
  • Additional caramel sauce for drizzling
  • Chocolate shavings or espresso beans

Instructions

  1. Preheat Oven: Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C). Grease and flour two 9-inch round cake pans.
  2. Make the Coffee Cake: Mix Dry Ingredients: In a large mixing bowl, whisk together the flour, sugar, cocoa powder, instant coffee granules, baking powder, baking soda, and salt. Add Wet Ingredients: Add the buttermilk, vegetable oil, eggs, and vanilla extract. Beat on medium speed for 2 minutes until smooth. Incorporate Boiling Water: Carefully stir in the boiling water until well combined (the batter will be thin). Bake: Divide the batter evenly between the prepared cake pans. Bake for 30-35 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted in the center comes out clean. Let the cakes cool in the pans for 10 minutes, then transfer to wire racks to cool completely.
  3. Prepare the Gooey Caramel Filling: Make Caramel: In a medium saucepan over medium heat, melt the sugar, stirring constantly until it turns a deep amber color. Add Butter: Once melted, carefully add the butter and stir until melted and combined. Incorporate Cream: Slowly pour in the heavy cream while stirring (the mixture will bubble up). Continue stirring until smooth. Add Salt: Remove from heat and stir in the sea salt. Allow to cool slightly before using.
  4. Make the Coffee Frosting: Dissolve Coffee Granules: In a small bowl, dissolve the instant coffee granules in 2 tablespoons of hot water. Beat Butter: In a large mixing bowl, beat the softened butter until creamy. Add Sugar and Coffee: Gradually add the powdered sugar and the dissolved coffee, mixing until well combined. If the frosting is too thick, add heavy cream, one tablespoon at a time, until desired consistency is reached.
  5. Assemble the Cake: Layer the Cakes: Place one cake layer on a serving plate. Poke holes in the top with a skewer or fork, then pour half of the gooey caramel filling over the top. Add Second Layer: Place the second cake layer on top and repeat the process, pouring the remaining caramel filling over the top. Frost the Cake: Frost the top and sides of the cake with the coffee frosting. Garnish: Drizzle additional caramel sauce over the top and sprinkle with chocolate shavings or espresso beans if desired.

Notes

  • This Gooey Coffee Caramel Cake is best served slightly warm or at room temperature.
  • Ensure cakes are completely cool before frosting to prevent the frosting from melting.
  • Caramel can be made ahead of time and stored in an airtight container.
  • Leftover cake can be stored in an airtight container at room temperature for up to 3 days.
  • Prep Time: 30 minutes
  • Cook Time: 30-35 minutes
  • Category: Dessert
  • Method: Baking
  • Cuisine: American

Nutrition

  • Serving Size: 1 slice
  • Calories: 450
  • Sugar: N/A
  • Sodium: N/A
  • Fat: 22g
  • Saturated Fat: N/A
  • Unsaturated Fat: N/A
  • Trans Fat: N/A
  • Carbohydrates: 60g
  • Fiber: 1g
  • Protein: 4g
  • Cholesterol: N/A

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