MOCHA FROSTED SNACK CAKE

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Here's a lighter version of a chocolate mocha cake I've been baking for my family for over 30 years. I replaced part of the sugar with a lower-calorie sugar blend and some of the oil with applesauce. It turned out just as delicious.-Donna Roberts, Manhattan, Kansas

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Desserts

Time 55m

Yield 9 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 20

1 teaspoon instant coffee granules
1 cup boiling water
1-1/4 cups all-purpose flour
1/2 cup packed brown sugar
1/4 cup cornstarch
1/4 cup sugar blend
3 tablespoons baking cocoa
1 teaspoon baking soda
1/2 teaspoon salt
1/4 cup unsweetened applesauce
2 tablespoons canola oil
1 tablespoon white vinegar
1/2 teaspoon vanilla extract
FROSTING:
1/2 teaspoon instant coffee granules
1 tablespoon fat-free milk
1-1/2 cups confectioners' sugar
2 tablespoons baking cocoa
3 tablespoons reduced-fat butter, softened
1/2 teaspoon vanilla extract

Steps:

  • Preheat oven to 350°. In a small bowl, dissolve coffee granules in boiling water; cool slightly. Coat an 8-in. square baking dish with cooking spray., In a large bowl, whisk flour, brown sugar, cornstarch, sugar blend, cocoa, baking soda and salt. Whisk applesauce, oil, vinegar and vanilla into coffee mixture. Add to flour mixture; stir just until moistened., Transfer to prepared dish. Bake 35-40 minutes or until a toothpick inserted in center comes out clean. Cool completely on a wire rack., For frosting, in a small bowl, dissolve coffee granules in milk. In a large bowl, mix confectioners' sugar and cocoa until blended; beat in butter, vanilla and enough coffee mixture to reach a spreading consistency. Spread over cake.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 280 calories, Fat 6g fat (2g saturated fat), Cholesterol 7mg cholesterol, Sodium 301mg sodium, Carbohydrate 56g carbohydrate (32g sugars, Fiber 1g fiber), Protein 3g protein.

Chiagoziem Stellamaris
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I had some trouble getting the cake to rise properly, but it still tasted good.


Arbaz Yousaf
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This cake is a bit too sweet for my taste, but it was still good.


Tera Enakireru
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I'm not a big fan of mocha, but this cake was still delicious.


Gaming Foysal
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This cake is a great way to use up leftover coffee.


Lois Okorie
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I love how easy this recipe is to follow. It's perfect for busy weeknights.


Sajjad Sajjad jutt
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This is the best mocha frosted snack cake I've ever had. It's so moist and fluffy, and the frosting is perfectly creamy and chocolatey.


Sabbir Hossein
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This cake is a keeper! I'll definitely be making it again and again.


Wendell Thompson
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I'm so glad I found this recipe. It's the perfect cake for any chocolate lover.


RAKIBUL HASAN JONY
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This mocha frosted snack cake is a must-try! It's so moist and flavorful, and the frosting is divine.


Joseph Torrance
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I would definitely recommend this recipe to anyone who loves chocolate cake.


Insaf Channel
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This cake is perfect for a special occasion. It's elegant and delicious.


Thato Thato
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I'm not a huge fan of chocolate cake, but this one is really good. The frosting is especially delicious.


Zeke Salazar
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This cake is a great way to satisfy your chocolate craving. It's rich and decadent, but not too heavy.


Alice Casey
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I love this cake! It's so easy to make and it always turns out perfect. The frosting is my favorite part.


Md Ainal
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This cake was a big hit with my family and friends. It's so moist and flavorful, and the frosting is the perfect amount of sweetness.


Atolagbe Samuel
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This cake is amazing! The chocolate flavor is rich and decadent, and the frosting is light and fluffy. It's the perfect cake for any occasion.


Abid Shaheen
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This was the best mocha frosted snack cake I've ever had! It was so moist and fluffy, and the frosting was perfectly creamy and chocolatey. I will definitely be making this again and again.


Jamaseyeh Cosby
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I made this cake for a potluck and it was a huge success! Everyone loved it. The cake was moist and flavorful, and the frosting was decadent and creamy. I would definitely recommend this recipe.


Andy Sanchez
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This mocha frosted snack cake was a hit! It was moist and fluffy, with the perfect amount of chocolate flavor. The frosting was rich and creamy, and it complemented the cake perfectly. I will definitely be making this again!