MOCHA LAYER CAKE

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"My family often requests this delightful layer cake," writes Terry Gilbert of Orlean, Virginia. "They love the mocha flavor and extra chocolate surprise hidden beneath the taste-tempting frosting."

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Desserts

Time 55m

Yield 10-12 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 13

1 package devil's food or chocolate cake mix (regular size)
1-1/3 cups brewed coffee, room temperature
1/2 cup canola oil
3 eggs
1/2 cup semisweet chocolate chips
FROSTING:
1/2 cup butter, softened
1/2 cup shortening
4 cups confectioners' sugar
3/4 cup baking cocoa
1/4 teaspoon almond extract
7 tablespoons brewed coffee, room temperature, divided
1/2 cup semisweet chocolate chips

Steps:

  • In a large bowl, combine the cake mix, coffee, oil and eggs; beat on low speed for 30 seconds. Beat on medium for 2 minutes. Pour into two greased and floured 8-in. round baking pans. , Bake at 350° for 30-35 minutes or until a toothpick inserted in the center comes out clean. Cool in pans for 5 minutes; invert onto a wire rack. Sprinkle each cake with 1/4 cup chocolate chips; when melted, gently spread chocolate over cakes. Place cakes in the freezer. , Meanwhile, for frosting, in a large bowl, cream the butter, shortening and confectioners' sugar until light and fluffy. Beat in cocoa and extract. Beat in 5 tablespoons coffee, 1 tablespoon at a time until light and fluffy. Spread between layers and over the top and sides of cake. , In a microwave, melt chocolate chips and remaining coffee; stir until smooth. Pour over cake; carefully spread over the top, allowing it to drizzle down the sides.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 658 calories, Fat 35g fat (12g saturated fat), Cholesterol 74mg cholesterol, Sodium 426mg sodium, Carbohydrate 85g carbohydrate (62g sugars, Fiber 3g fiber), Protein 5g protein.

Sarah Lawson
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I'm not a huge fan of coffee, but this cake was still delicious.


Lala Afghan
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The coffee flavor was subtle and the chocolate frosting was rich and decadent.


Decent Queen
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This cake was easy to make and turned out beautifully.


Rifat Akan
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I would definitely make this cake again.


Munya Muzengi
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Delicious!


celine celine
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This cake was a hit at my party!


Irfan jut
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This cake was delicious! The coffee flavor was rich and the chocolate frosting was the perfect complement. I would definitely recommend this recipe to anyone who loves mocha.


Brenda Burney
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I'm not a huge fan of coffee, but this cake was still delicious. The coffee flavor was not overpowering and the chocolate frosting was rich and creamy. I would definitely make this cake again.


younusul alam
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This cake was a hit at my party! Everyone loved the coffee flavor and the chocolate frosting was a perfect touch. I would definitely recommend this recipe.


Clinton Johnson
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This cake was easy to make and turned out beautifully. The coffee flavor was subtle and the chocolate frosting was rich and decadent. I would definitely make this cake again.


Mudassir Rehan
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I made this cake for my husband's birthday and he loved it! The cake was moist and fluffy, and the frosting was rich and creamy. I will definitely be making this cake again.


Catalaya Johnson
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This cake was delicious! The coffee flavor was rich and the chocolate frosting was the perfect complement. I would definitely recommend this recipe to anyone who loves mocha.


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