Vienna Cafe Cake

Indulge in the rich, aromatic delight of Vienna Cafe Cake, a coffee lover's dream baked into perfection. This elegant cake combines a soft, tender crumb infused with the deep, earthy flavor of instant coffee, giving it a sophisticated café-inspired touch. Topped with a luscious coffee buttercream frosting, made silky-smooth with softened butter and powdered sugar, every bite offers the perfect balance of sweetness and a bold coffee kick. Easy to prepare with simple pantry staples and ready in just under an hour, this cake is ideal for cozy gatherings, afternoon tea, or an indulgent dessert. Garnish with chocolate-covered coffee beans or a dusting of cocoa for a decorative flair, and watch as this decadent treat becomes the centerpiece of your table. Perfect for serving 8, it’s a must-try for fans of coffee-inspired desserts!

Nutriscore Rating: 37/100

Prep Time:20 mins

Cook Time:30 mins

Total Time:50 mins

Servings: 8

Ingredients

• 200 grams All-purpose flour
• 1.5 teaspoons Baking powder
• 150 grams Unsalted butter (softened)
• 150 grams Granulated sugar
• 3 pieces Eggs (large)
• 2 teaspoons Instant coffee
• 2 tablespoons Hot water
• 2 tablespoons Milk
• 200 grams Powdered sugar
• 100 grams Unsalted butter (for frosting, softened)
• 1 teaspoons Instant coffee (for frosting)
• 1 tablespoon Hot water (for frosting)

Directions

Step 1

Preheat your oven to 180°C (350°F) and grease and line a 20 cm (8-inch) round cake tin with parchment paper.

Step 2

In a small bowl, dissolve the instant coffee in 2 tablespoons of hot water. Set aside to cool slightly.

Step 3

In a mixing bowl, beat the softened butter and granulated sugar together until light and fluffy, about 3-5 minutes.

Step 4

Add the eggs, one at a time, beating well after each addition. Scrape down the sides of the bowl as needed.

Step 5

Sift the flour and baking powder together in a separate bowl. Gradually add the dry ingredients to the wet mixture, alternating with the milk, and mix until incorporated.

Step 6

Stir the dissolved coffee into the batter until evenly distributed.

Step 7

Pour the batter into the prepared cake tin, smoothing the top with a spatula. Tap the tin gently on the counter to remove any air bubbles.

Step 8

Bake in the preheated oven for 25-30 minutes, or until a skewer inserted into the center comes out clean.

Step 9

Let the cake cool in the tin for 10 minutes, then transfer it to a wire rack to cool completely.

Step 10

To prepare the frosting, dissolve 1 teaspoon of instant coffee in 1 tablespoon of hot water and let it cool.

Step 11

In a mixing bowl, beat the softened butter until creamy, then gradually add the powdered sugar and beat until smooth.

Step 12

Add the cooled coffee mixture to the frosting and mix until fully combined.

Step 13

Once the cake is completely cool, spread the coffee buttercream frosting evenly over the top and sides using a spatula.

Step 14

Decorate as desired (optional: sprinkle with cocoa powder or garnish with chocolate-covered coffee beans).

Step 15

Slice and serve. Enjoy your Vienna Cafe Cake!

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	(1037.0g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	4114.5

Total Fat 220.3g	0%
Saturated Fat 133.6g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat 0.0g
Cholesterol 1103.4mg	0%
Sodium 939.8mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 510.2g	0%
Dietary Fiber 5.4g	0%
Total Sugars 349.1g
Protein 41.9g	0%

Vitamin D 270.3IU	0%
Calcium 207.4mg	0%
Iron 12.2mg	0%
Potassium 632.4mg	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: 47.3%

Protein: 4.0%

Carbs: 48.7%