Best 3 Susans Favorite Mocha Cake Recipes
Have you ever tasted a mocha cake so delicious, so moist, and so chocolatey that you could barely contain your excitement? If not, then it's time for you to try Susan's Favorite Mocha Cake. This legendary dessert is made with layers of rich chocolate cake, creamy mocha frosting, and a decadent ganache glaze. It's the perfect cake for any occasion, whether it's a birthday, anniversary, or just a regular Tuesday. With its delightful combination of flavors and textures, Susan's Favorite Mocha Cake is sure to become your new favorite dessert.
Check out the recipes below so you can choose the best recipe for yourself!
SUSAN'S FAVORITE MOCHA CAKE
My family insists on this mocha cake for our Christmas dinner. They refer it to as "the best cake in the world." The flavors are simply wonderful. -Susan Bazan, Sequim, Washington
Provided by Taste of Home
Categories Desserts
Time 55m
Yield 16 servings.
Number Of Ingredients 16
Steps:
- In a large bowl, combine the cake mix, sour cream, eggs, liqueur and oil; beat on low speed for 30 seconds. Beat on medium for 2 minutes. Stir in 1 cup chocolate chips. Transfer to three greased and floured 9-in. round baking pans., Bake at 350° for 24-28 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., In a microwave, melt the white baking chips, butter and remaining chocolate chips; stir until smooth. Stir in coffee granules and extract. Cool to room temperature., In a small saucepan, sprinkle gelatin over 1/4 cup cream; let stand for 1 minute. Heat over low heat, stirring until gelatin is completely dissolved. Stir into chocolate mixture. In a large bowl, beat the remaining 1-1/4 cups cream until soft peaks form. Add to the cooled chocolate mixture; beat until stiff peaks form., For whipped cream, in a small bowl, beat cream until it begins to thicken. Add sugar and vanilla; beat until stiff peaks form., Place bottom cake layer on a serving plate; top with half of the chocolate mixture. Repeat layers. Top with the remaining cake layer. Frost top and sides of cake with whipped cream. Refrigerate for at least 2 hours before serving.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 687 calories, Fat 46g fat (26g saturated fat), Cholesterol 128mg cholesterol, Sodium 302mg sodium, Carbohydrate 62g carbohydrate (48g sugars, Fiber 2g fiber), Protein 7g protein.
MOCHA UPSIDE-DOWN CAKE
Handed down from my grandmother, this family favorite disappears as soon as it's cool enough to eat.
Provided by Lisa Proctor
Categories Desserts Cakes Upside-Down Cake Recipes
Time 1h
Yield 9
Number Of Ingredients 12
Steps:
- Preheat oven to 350 degrees F (175 degrees C). Grease an 8-inch baking pan.
- Combine butter and unsweetened chocolate in a microwave-safe bowl; heat in the microwave until melted, 20 to 30 seconds. Stir milk and vanilla extract into chocolate mixture.
- Mix flour, 3/4 cup white sugar, baking powder, and salt together in a separate bowl; stir in chocolate mixture until batter is smooth. Pour batter into the prepared pan.
- Stir coffee, brown sugar, 1/2 cup white sugar, and cocoa powder together in a bowl; pour over batter.
- Bake in the preheated oven for 30 minutes. Cool cake in the pan for 10 minutes. Turn cake onto a serving platter.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 257.2 calories, Carbohydrate 53.6 g, Cholesterol 7.9 mg, Fat 4.9 g, Fiber 1.7 g, Protein 2.8 g, SaturatedFat 3 g, Sodium 169.9 mg, Sugar 40.4 g
MOCHA CAKE IV
A rich chocolate cake that is a sure-fire crowd pleaser.
Provided by Becci
Categories Desserts Specialty Dessert Recipes Liqueur Dessert Recipes Coffee Liqueur
Time 1h30m
Yield 14
Number Of Ingredients 11
Steps:
- Preheat oven to 350 degrees F (175 degrees C). Grease and flour a 10 inch Bundt cake pan.
- In a large bowl, stir together the cake mix and instant pudding. Add the eggs, oil, coffee flavored liqueur, and water, mix until well blended. Pour into the prepared pan.
- Bake for 50 to 60 minutes in the preheated oven, until the cake springs back when lightly touched. Cool in the pan for 10 minutes before inverting onto a wire rack to cool completely.
- In a small saucepan, heat cream and instant coffee, until hot enough to dissolve coffee crystals. Pour into a bowl. Stir in the confectioners' sugar and coffee flavored liqueur. Pour over warm cake. Let cool before serving.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 514.9 calories, Carbohydrate 82.1 g, Cholesterol 60.9 mg, Fat 17.4 g, Fiber 1.2 g, Protein 4.3 g, SaturatedFat 4.1 g, Sodium 440.1 mg, Sugar 66.8 g
Tips:
- Use room temperature ingredients, especially butter. This will help the cake batter come together smoothly and evenly.
- Do not overmix the batter. Overmixing can result in a tough, dry cake. Mix just until the ingredients are combined.
- Bake the cake in a preheated oven. This will help ensure that the cake bakes evenly.
- Cool the cake completely before frosting it. This will help prevent the frosting from melting.
- If you don't have a piping bag, you can use a plastic bag with the corner snipped off to pipe the frosting.
- Decorate the cake with your favorite toppings, such as chocolate chips, sprinkles, or chopped nuts.
Conclusion:
This mocha cake is a delicious and decadent treat that is perfect for any occasion. With its rich chocolate flavor and creamy mocha frosting, this cake is sure to be a hit with everyone who tries it. So next time you're looking for a special dessert, give this mocha cake a try. You won't be disappointed!
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