Best Irresistible Caramel Coffee Buttercream Cake Recipe
This Best Irresistible Caramel Coffee Buttercream Cake features moist and fluffy coffee-infused cake layers paired with a luscious caramel coffee buttercream frosting. Enhanced by a rich caramel drizzle, this dessert combines sweet, creamy, and coffee flavors for an irresistible treat perfect for celebrations or any special occasion.
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Total Time: 50 minutes
- Yield: 12 servings 1x
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Ingredients
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For the Cake Layers:
- 2 cups all-purpose flour
- 1 ½ cups granulated sugar
- ½ cup unsalted butter, softened
- 3 large eggs
- 1 cup whole milk
- 2 tsp baking powder
- ½ tsp salt
- 2 tbsp instant coffee granules, dissolved in a splash of hot water
- 1 tsp vanilla extract
For the Caramel Coffee Buttercream:
- 1 cup unsalted butter, softened
- 3–4 cups powdered sugar (adjust to taste)
- ¼ cup heavy cream
- 1 tsp vanilla extract
- 2 tbsp caramel sauce (homemade or store-bought)
- 1 tbsp instant coffee dissolved in 1 tbsp hot water
For the Caramel Drizzle (Optional but Highly Recommended):
- ½ cup caramel sauce
- A pinch of sea salt
Instructions
- Preheat and Prepare Pans: Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C). Grease and line two 8-inch round cake pans with parchment paper to prevent sticking and ensure easy cake removal.
- Mix Dry Ingredients: In a medium bowl, whisk together the all-purpose flour, baking powder, and salt. Set this mixture aside for later incorporation.
- Cream Butter and Sugar: Using a mixer, beat the softened butter and granulated sugar in a large bowl for about 3-4 minutes until the mixture is light and fluffy. Scrape down the bowl sides to combine thoroughly.
- Add Eggs and Vanilla: Beat in the eggs, one at a time, until fully combined. Then add the vanilla extract and mix gently to maintain the batter’s smooth texture.
- Alternate Adding Wet and Dry Ingredients: Gradually add the dry ingredient mixture to the butter mixture alternating with the milk. Start and end with the dry ingredients, mixing just until combined each time to avoid overmixing which would make the cake dense.
- Incorporate Coffee: Stir the dissolved coffee granules into the batter until evenly distributed, filling the batter with a pleasant coffee aroma.
- Bake: Divide the batter evenly between the prepared pans. Bake in the preheated oven for 25-30 minutes or until a toothpick inserted into the center of the cakes comes out clean.
- Cool Cakes: Let the cakes cool in their pans for 10 minutes before transferring them to a wire rack to cool completely. This prevents sogginess and prepares them for frosting.
Notes
- Ensure the butter is softened to room temperature for the best batter consistency.
- Dissolving the instant coffee granules in hot water helps distribute the coffee flavor evenly without gritty texture.
- Do not overmix the batter after combining wet and dry ingredients to keep the cake light and tender.
- Use fresh eggs for optimal texture and rise.
- The caramel drizzle with sea salt is optional but adds a delightful sweet-salty balance which enhances the overall flavor.
- Allow the cakes to cool completely before applying the buttercream to prevent melting.
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