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Chocolate Espresso Cake: An Incredible Ultimate Recipe

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Chocolate Espresso Cake is a moist, decadent dessert that blends rich chocolate flavor with a bold espresso kick. Perfect for coffee and chocolate lovers, this tender cake features optional chocolate chips and is great for any celebration or cozy night in.

Ingredients

1 ¾ cups all-purpose flour

1 ½ cups granulated sugar

¾ cup unsweetened cocoa powder

1 cup brewed espresso, cooled

½ cup vegetable oil

3 large eggs

1 tablespoon baking powder

1 teaspoon baking soda

¼ teaspoon salt

1 tablespoon vanilla extract

½ cup semi-sweet chocolate chips (optional)

Cocoa powder or powdered sugar for dusting (optional)

Instructions

  1. Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C). Grease two 9-inch round cake pans.
  2. Sift together flour, sugar, cocoa powder, baking powder, baking soda, and salt in a large bowl.
  3. Whisk brewed espresso, vegetable oil, eggs, and vanilla extract in another bowl until smooth.
  4. Gradually mix wet ingredients into dry ingredients until smooth; avoid overmixing.
  5. Fold in chocolate chips if using.
  6. Pour batter evenly into prepared pans.
  7. Bake for 30-35 minutes or until a toothpick inserted in center comes out clean.
  8. Cool cakes in pans for 15-20 minutes; transfer to wire racks to cool completely.
  9. Frost one layer with your favorite chocolate frosting, top with second layer, then frost top and sides.
  10. Optional: Dust with cocoa powder or powdered sugar before serving.

Notes

Use brewed coffee instead of espresso for milder flavor.

Add coffee liqueur or extra vanilla extract to the batter for depth.

Try cream cheese frosting or chocolate ganache as alternatives.

Include chopped nuts or espresso powder for texture and enhanced flavor.

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