Corner Espresso Shop Chocolate Cake

Satisfy your chocolate cravings with the irresistibly rich and moist Corner Espresso Shop Chocolate Cake, the ultimate dessert for coffee and chocolate lovers. Infused with a half-cup of strong brewed espresso, this decadent cake boasts a deep, aromatic flavor that perfectly complements the lush cocoa base. The combination of buttermilk, vegetable oil, and boiling water ensures a tender crumb, while the delicate dusting of cocoa powder on the pans adds a professional touch. Ready in under an hour, this two-layer masterpiece is perfect for a celebration or an elevated afternoon treat, especially when topped with a coffee-infused buttercream. Whether you're hosting a dinner party or simply indulging your sweet tooth, this espresso-kissed chocolate cake is sure to become your new go-to recipe for decadent desserts.

Nutriscore Rating: 60/100

Prep Time:20 mins

Cook Time:35 mins

Total Time:55 mins

Servings: 12

Ingredients

• 1.75 cups All-purpose flour
• 2 cups Granulated sugar
• 0.75 cup Unsweetened cocoa powder
• 1.5 teaspoons Baking powder
• 1.5 teaspoons Baking soda
• 1 teaspoon Salt
• 1 cup Buttermilk
• 0.5 cup Strong brewed espresso (cooled)
• 0.5 cup Vegetable oil
• 2 teaspoons Vanilla extract
• 2 large Eggs
• 1 cup Boiling water
• 1 tablespoon Butter (for greasing pans)
• 1 tablespoon Unsweetened cocoa powder (for dusting pans)

Directions

Step 1

Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C). Lightly grease two 9-inch round cake pans with butter and dust with cocoa powder, tapping out the excess.

Step 2

In a large mixing bowl, whisk together the flour, granulated sugar, cocoa powder, baking powder, baking soda, and salt until well combined.

Step 3

In another medium mixing bowl, combine the buttermilk, brewed espresso, vegetable oil, and vanilla extract. Stir until smooth.

Step 4

Add the eggs to the wet ingredients and whisk until well blended.

Step 5

Gradually pour the wet ingredients into the dry ingredients, stirring gently with a wooden spoon or spatula until no lumps remain.

Step 6

Slowly add the boiling water to the batter and mix carefully until well incorporated. The batter will be thin—this is normal.

Step 7

Divide the batter evenly between the prepared cake pans and smooth the tops with a spatula.

Step 8

Bake in the preheated oven for 30-35 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted into the center of the cakes comes out clean.

Step 9

Remove the cakes from the oven and let them cool in their pans for 10 minutes. Then, carefully invert them onto a wire rack to cool completely.

Step 10

Frost and decorate as desired before serving. This cake pairs beautifully with coffee-infused chocolate buttercream or a creamy mocha frosting.

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	(1647.5g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	4063.3

Total Fat 161.0g	0%
Saturated Fat 44.8g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat 67.7g
Cholesterol 430.3mg	0%
Sodium 5345.5mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 691.2g	0%
Dietary Fiber 71.9g	0%
Total Sugars 417.5g
Protein 79.4g	0%

Vitamin D 218.0IU	0%
Calcium 598.0mg	0%
Iron 40.6mg	0%
Potassium 3678.7mg	0%

*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.

Source of Calories

Fat: 32.0%

Protein: 7.0%

Carbs: 61.0%