SOUR CREAM-MOCHA BUNDT CAKE

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This rich and delicious cake not only holds up for days--it gets even better. Baked with both instant powdered and brewed espresso, it boasts subtle coffee flavor. Sour cream in the batter ensures a moist texture and enhances taste.

Provided by Martha Stewart

Categories     Food & Cooking     Dessert & Treats Recipes     Cake Recipes     Bundt Cake Recipes

Time 3h50m

Number Of Ingredients 18

1 tablespoon Dutch-process cocoa powder
1 tablespoon instant espresso powder
2 tablespoons granulated sugar
3 sticks plus 2 tablespoons unsalted butter, room temperature
1/2 cup plus 1 tablespoon Dutch-process cocoa powder
3 1/4 cups all-purpose flour
1 1/2 teaspoons coarse salt
3/4 teaspoon baking soda
1 1/2 teaspoons baking powder
1 cup brewed espresso or very strong coffee
1 tablespoon instant espresso powder
1 cup sour cream
2 1/2 cups granulated sugar
4 large eggs, room temperature
1 cup (5 ounces) very finely chopped bittersweet chocolate (61 percent cacao)
Confectioners' sugar, for dusting
Lightly whipped cream, for serving
Candied Lemon Zest, for serving (optional)

Steps:

  • Filling: Preheat oven to 325 degrees. Stir together cocoa, espresso powder, and granulated sugar.
  • Cake: In a small bowl, mash together 2 tablespoons butter and 1 tablespoon cocoa; generously brush a 12-cup nonstick Bundt pan with mixture. In another bowl, whisk together flour, salt, baking soda, and baking powder. In another bowl, whisk brewed espresso into remaining 1/2 cup cocoa and espresso powder until smooth; whisk in sour cream.
  • With a mixer on medium-high speed, beat remaining 3 sticks butter with granulated sugar until light and fluffy, about 2 minutes. Add eggs, one at a time, beating well after each addition. Reduce speed to low and add flour mixture in three batches, alternating with cocoa mixture in two batches. Beat to combine, scraping down bowl as needed. Beat in chopped chocolate.
  • Transfer one-third of batter to prepared pan. Sprinkle with half of filling, avoiding edges. Repeat, then finish with remaining one-third of batter, smoothing top with an offset spatula. Bake until a tester inserted in center comes out clean, about 1 hour. Let cool in pan on a wire rack 15 minutes, then turn cake out onto rack; let cool completely, at least 2 hours.
  • Dust with confectioners' sugar. Serve, with a dollop of whipped cream and some candied lemon zest.

Becky Moore
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I've made this cake several times now and it's always a hit. It's the perfect dessert for any occasion.


Kaleemo LADLA
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This cake is a chocoholic's dream come true.


Rasheed Balayil
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I'm not a big baker, but this recipe was easy to follow and the cake turned out perfectly. I'll definitely be making it again.


Tk Edit
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I made this cake for my husband's birthday and he loved it! He said it was the best chocolate cake he's ever had.


RV SPARTA
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This cake is so moist and flavorful. I'm not usually a fan of bundt cakes, but this one is a game-changer.


yalknowho1
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I love the combination of chocolate and coffee in this cake. It's the perfect afternoon pick-me-up.


Oishi 3
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This cake was a hit at my office potluck. It disappeared in minutes! I'll definitely be making it again.


Sasha McGhee
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I've been baking for years and this is one of the best bundt cakes I've ever made. The sour cream and mocha flavors are perfectly balanced. It's a keeper!


clifford dukes
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Just made this cake and it turned out amazing! Everyone at my party loved it. Thanks for sharing the recipe!


Makayla Kilhefner
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This sour cream mocha bundt cake is an absolute delight! The cake is moist and fluffy, with a rich and decadent chocolate flavor. The sour cream and coffee add a lovely tang and depth of flavor. I topped mine with a chocolate ganache, which took it t