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Gooey Coffee Caramel Cake

A rich chocolate cake infused with coffee and drizzled with caramel, perfect for cozy gatherings.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 35 minutes
Total Time 50 minutes
Servings: 8 servings
Course: Dessert
Cuisine: American
Calories: 350
Ingredients Method Notes

Ingredients
  

Dry Ingredients
  • 1 cup all-purpose flour
  • 1 cup granulated sugar plus more for creaming with butter
  • 1/2 cup unsweetened cocoa powder
  • 1 tsp baking powder
  • 1/2 tsp baking soda
  • 1/4 tsp salt
Wet Ingredients
  • 1/2 cup unsalted butter, softened
  • 2 large eggs room temperature
  • 1/2 cup strong brewed coffee, cooled use good-quality coffee
  • 1 tsp vanilla extract
  • 1/2 cup caramel sauce for drizzling

Method
 

Preparation
  1. Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and grease a 9-inch round cake pan.
  2. In a mixing bowl, combine flour, sugar, cocoa powder, baking powder, baking soda, and salt.
  3. In another bowl, cream together the softened butter and sugar until light and fluffy.
  4. Add the eggs one at a time, then stir in the vanilla extract and cooled brewed coffee.
  5. Gradually add the dry ingredients to the wet mixture and mix until just combined.
  6. Pour half of the batter into the prepared cake pan, then drizzle half of the caramel sauce on top.
  7. Pour the remaining batter over the caramel layer, then add the remaining caramel on top.
  8. Use a knife to swirl the caramel into the batter gently.
Baking
  1. Bake for 30-35 minutes or until a toothpick inserted into the center comes out clean.
  2. Allow to cool before serving.

Notes

For serving, enjoy warm with additional caramel sauce or ice cream. Store in an airtight container at room temperature for 3-4 days or refrigerate for up to a week.