TRIPLE-LAYER MOCHA CAKE

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This rich cake is tall and delicious with a special frosting. It makes a dramatic presentation.-Mark Brown, Birmingham, Alabama

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Desserts

Time 55m

Yield 12-14 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 16

5 eggs, separated
1 cup shortening
2-1/2 cups sugar
5 tablespoons strong brewed coffee
2 teaspoons vanilla extract
3 cups cake flour
4 teaspoons baking cocoa
1 teaspoon baking soda
1/2 teaspoon salt
1 cup buttermilk
FROSTING:
5-1/2 to 6 cups confectioners' sugar
1 tablespoon baking cocoa
1-1/2 cups butter, softened
3 tablespoons plus 1-1/2 teaspoons strong brewed coffee
1-1/2 teaspoons vanilla extract

Steps:

  • Let eggs stand at room temperature for 30 minutes. In a large bowl, cream shortening and sugar. Add egg yolks, one at a time, beating well after each addition. Beat in coffee and vanilla. Combine the flour, cocoa, baking soda and salt; add to the creamed mixture alternately with buttermilk. In another bowl , beat egg whites on high speed until stiff peaks form; fold into batter., Pour into three greased and floured 9-in. round baking pans. Bake at 350° for 25-30 minutes or until a toothpick inserted in the center comes out clean. Cool for 10 minutes before removing from pans to wire racks to cool completely., For frosting, combine confectioners' sugar and cocoa. In another large bowl, cream butter and sugar mixture. Beat in coffee and vanilla. Spread between layers and over top and sides of cake.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 764 calories, Fat 36g fat (16g saturated fat), Cholesterol 129mg cholesterol, Sodium 415mg sodium, Carbohydrate 107g carbohydrate (80g sugars, Fiber 1g fiber), Protein 6g protein.

Ermal Kurushi
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I love chocolate cake, and this one is no exception! It's rich, moist, and chocolaty, with a creamy frosting that's to die for. I've made this cake several times and it's always a hit.


Forgotten Bravo
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This cake was a showstopper! It was moist and flavorful, and the frosting was rich and creamy. I loved the coffee flavor and the chocolate chips added a nice touch. This cake is definitely a keeper!


Kidus Hana
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This cake is so decadent and delicious! The chocolate and coffee flavors are a perfect combination. I love that it's not too heavy and the frosting is the perfect amount of sweetness.


Serge Kalonji
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The coffee flavor in this cake is amazing! I love how it's not too sweet and the frosting is the perfect complement. I've made this cake several times now and it's always a hit.


Amyy Careyy
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I needed a dessert for a party I was hosting and this cake was perfect! It was easy to make ahead of time and it looked so impressive when I brought it out. My guests loved it and I got so many compliments.


Jaydon Meade
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This was my first time baking a cake from scratch and I was so nervous! But this recipe was so easy to follow and the cake turned out beautifully. I was so proud of myself and my family loved it. Thank you for sharing this recipe!


Greg Robinson
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I'm always looking for healthier dessert options, so I was glad to find this recipe. I made a few substitutions, such as using whole wheat flour and Greek yogurt, and it still turned out delicious. My family loved it and I felt good about serving it


Allen Quick
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As a busy mom, I don't have a lot of time to spend in the kitchen. This recipe was quick and easy to follow, and it turned out great! My kids loved the cake and it was a hit at their birthday party.


Sibusiso Dube
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I'm a huge chocolate fan so I was excited to try this recipe. I was not disappointed! The cake was moist and chocolatey, and the frosting was rich and creamy. I would definitely recommend this recipe to any chocolate lover.


hindu ibrahim
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This triple-layer mocha cake was an absolute delight! The coffee flavor was rich and decadent, and the frosting was the perfect amount of sweetness. I followed the recipe exactly and it turned out perfectly. My friends and family loved it!