Description
A delightful treat that combines rich chocolate and coffee flavors in mini cakes, perfect for coffee lovers.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 cup all-purpose flour
- 1/4 cup cocoa powder
- 1 tsp baking powder
- 1/4 tsp baking soda
- 1/4 tsp salt
- 1/2 cup granulated sugar
- 1/4 cup unsalted butter, softened
- 1 large egg
- 1/2 cup brewed espresso, cooled
- 1/4 cup milk
- 1 tsp vanilla extract
- 1/2 cup unsalted butter, softened (for the buttercream)
- 2 cups powdered sugar
- 1 tbsp brewed espresso, cooled (for the buttercream)
- 1 tsp vanilla extract (for the buttercream)
- Chocolate shavings (for garnish)
- Coffee beans (optional, for garnish)
Instructions
- Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C) and grease a mini cake pan or muffin tin.
- In a medium bowl, sift together the flour, cocoa powder, baking powder, baking soda, and salt. Set aside.
- In a separate bowl, cream the butter and sugar until light and fluffy. Add the egg and mix well.
- Gradually add the dry ingredients, alternating with the espresso and milk, beginning and ending with the dry ingredients. Stir in the vanilla extract.
- Divide the batter evenly among the prepared pans or muffin cups.
- Bake for 18-20 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted into the center comes out clean. Allow the cakes to cool completely before frosting.
- In a mixing bowl, beat the butter until smooth for the buttercream. Gradually add the powdered sugar, mixing well.
- Add the brewed espresso and vanilla extract, beating until the frosting is fluffy and smooth.
- Spread or pipe the espresso buttercream onto the cooled mini cakes.
- Garnish with chocolate shavings and coffee beans for an elegant touch.
- Serve & Enjoy!
Notes
Make sure all ingredients are at room temperature before mixing. For increased coffee flavor, consider adding more espresso to the buttercream.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 mini cake
- Calories: 180
- Sugar: 20g
- Sodium: 150mg
- Fat: 5g
- Saturated Fat: 3g
- Unsaturated Fat: 2g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 30g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 2g
- Cholesterol: 20mg
Keywords: mocha, espresso, chocolate cake, mini cakes, dessert