Black Coffee Cake Recipe

A taste of 1980s Pennsylvania Dutch heritage! This decadent Black Coffee Cake recipe comes straight from the Grace Evangelical Congregational Church cookbook, lovingly shared by my Nana. Submitted by Pastor Harold Smith himself, this nearly-black cake is intensely flavorful and incredibly moist. Relive a piece of history with this treasured family recipe – perfect for coffee lovers and anyone who appreciates a truly unique baking experience. Get ready to bake a slice of nostalgia!

Prep Time 15 mins
Cook Time 40 mins
Calories 992.4 kcal
Protein 29g
Rating 4.8 (4 Reviews)
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Ingredients for Black Coffee Cake

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How to Make Black Coffee Cake

  1. Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C). Grease and flour a 9x13 inch baking pan.
  2. In a large bowl, whisk together 2 cups all-purpose flour, 1 ½ cups sugar, ¾ cup unsweetened cocoa powder, 1 ½ teaspoons baking powder, 1 teaspoon baking soda, and ½ teaspoon salt.
  3. Add 2 large eggs, ½ cup vegetable oil, 1 cup freshly brewed strong coffee, and 1 cup milk to the dry ingredients. Mix until just combined. Do not overmix.
  4. Pour batter into the prepared pan and spread evenly.
  5. Bake for 25-30 minutes, or until a wooden skewer inserted into the center comes out clean.
  6. Let cool completely in the pan before frosting (optional).

Nutrition Information (Approximate per serving)

Sodium

44 g

Sugar

401g

Fat

28g

Carbs

53g