Mocha Dark Chocolate Cake With Cappuccino Frosting Recipe

Steal the show this Valentine's Day (or any day!) with this decadent Mocha Dark Chocolate Cake featuring a rich Cappuccino Frosting! This irresistible cake is a guaranteed crowd-pleaser, leaving other desserts in the dust. Choose your adventure: a simple 9x13 pan for effortless elegance or a stunning layered masterpiece with espresso glaze. Either way, prepare for a mocha java heaven experience! Letting the cake chill overnight allows the coffee and chocolate flavors to meld into a symphony of deliciousness. The optional coffee glaze adds an extra touch of magic and makes frosting a breeze. Don't miss out on this unforgettable recipe!

Prep Time 60 mins
Cook Time 1475 mins
Calories 841.5 kcal
Protein 9g
Rating 5.0 (1 Reviews)
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Ingredients for Mocha Dark Chocolate Cake With Cappuccino Frosting

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How to Make Mocha Dark Chocolate Cake With Cappuccino Frosting

  1. Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C). Grease and flour two 9-inch round cake pans or a 9x13 inch baking pan.
  2. In a large bowl, whisk together the flour, sugar, cocoa powder, baking powder, baking soda, and salt.
  3. In a separate bowl, whisk together the eggs, oil, milk, coffee, and vanilla extract.
  4. Gradually add the wet ingredients to the dry ingredients, mixing until just combined. Do not overmix.
  5. Divide the batter evenly between the prepared cake pans.
  6. Bake for 30-35 minutes for 9-inch rounds, or 35-40 minutes for a 9x13 inch pan, or until a toothpick inserted into the center comes out clean.
  7. Let the cakes cool in the pans for 10 minutes before inverting them onto a wire rack to cool completely.
  8. While the cakes are cooling, prepare the cappuccino frosting (see recipe below).
  9. Once the cakes are completely cool, frost the cake. If making a layered cake, carefully level the tops of the cakes before frosting and assembling.
  10. If using the espresso glaze, drizzle it over the frosted cake before chilling.

Nutrition Information (Approximate per serving)

Sodium

26 g

Sugar

403g

Fat

62g

Carbs

43g

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