How to Make Maureen's Mocha Cake - A Step-by-Step Guide

Maureen's Mocha Cake is a delectable dessert that is sure to satisfy any chocolate lover's cravings. This rich and indulgent cake is made with a combination of premium cocoa powder and strong espresso, giving it a deep and complex flavor profile that is guaranteed to impress. Whether you're hosting a dinner party, celebrating a special occasion, or simply treating yourself, Maureen's Mocha Cake is the perfect choice for a decadent and delicious dessert.

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Ingredients

  • 2 ¼ cups all-purpose flour
  • 1 ½ teaspoons baking soda
  • ½ cup unsweetened cocoa
  • ¾ cup strong brewed coffee, cold
  • ¾ cup coffee flavored liqueur
  • ½ cup shortening
  • 1 cup brown sugar
  • 3 egg yolks
  • 3 egg whites
  • ¼ cup white sugar
  • 6 tablespoons butter, softened
  • 4 cups confectioners' sugar
  • 3 tablespoons unsweetened cocoa
  • 3 tablespoons coffee flavored liqueur
  • 2 tablespoons hot brewed coffee

Information

  • Prep Time: 20 mins
  • Cook Time: 30 mins
  • Total Time: 50 mins
  • Servings: 12
  • Yield: 1 to 9 - layer inch cake

  • Preheat oven to 350 degrees F (175 degrees C). Grease and flour two 9-inch round cake pans. Sift together the flour, baking soda, and cocoa. Set aside.
  • Combine the coffee and coffee liqueur. Set aside. In a large bowl, cream together the shortening and brown sugar until light and fluffy. Beat in the egg yolks one at a time. Beat in the flour mixture alternately with the coffee and coffee liqueur, mixing just until incorporated. In a separate bowl, beat egg whites until soft peaks form, add 1/4 cup sugar, then continue beating until whites form stiff peaks. Gently fold egg whites into the coffee mixture.
  • Pour batter into prepared pans. Bake in the preheated oven for 30 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted into the center of the cake comes out clean. Allow to cool 10 minutes in pans, then turn out on wire racks to cool completely before frosting.
  • For the coffee frosting: In a medium bowl, cream butter until fluffy. Beat in confectioners' sugar and cocoa. Mix in coffee liqueur and hot coffee. Beat frosting until it thickens to spreading consistency.
  • Nutrition

    559 cal.

    • Total Fat: 16g
    • Saturated Fat: 7g
    • Cholesterol: 67mg
    • Sodium: 223mg
    • Total Carbohydrate: 92g
    • Dietary Fiber: 2g
    • Total Sugars: 70g
    • Protein: 5g
    • Calcium: 34mg
    • Iron: 2mg
    • Potassium: 160mg