Ingredients with Measurements:
- 2 cups all-purpose flour
- 2 teaspoons baking powder
- 1/2 teaspoon salt
- 1/2 cup unsalted butter, softened
- 1 cup granulated sugar
- 2 large eggs
- 1/2 cup strong brewed coffee, cooled
- 1/2 cup milk
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
Special equipment needed:
- Two 9-inch round cake pans
- Electric mixer
- Mixing bowls
- Wire rack
- Offset spatula
Step-by-step instructions:
1. Preheat the oven to 350°F. Grease and flour two 9-inch round cake pans.
2. In a medium bowl, whisk together the flour, baking powder, and salt.
3. In a large bowl, beat the butter and sugar with an electric mixer until light and fluffy.
4. Add the eggs one at a time, beating well after each addition.
5. In a small bowl, mix together the coffee, milk, and vanilla extract.
6. Add the flour mixture and coffee mixture alternately to the butter mixture, beginning and ending with the flour mixture. Beat until just combined.
7. Divide the batter evenly between the prepared pans.
8. Bake for 25-30 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted into the center of the cakes comes out clean.
9. Allow the cakes to cool in the pans for 10 minutes, then remove them from the pans and place them on a wire rack to cool completely.
10. Once the cakes are cool, use an offset spatula to spread a layer of frosting on top of one cake. Place the second cake on top of the frosting and spread another layer of frosting on top.
11. Decorate the cake with additional frosting, if desired.
Time:
Preparation time: 20 minutes
Cooking time: 25-30 minutes
Temperature:
350°F
Serving size:
8-10 servings
Nutritional information:
Calories: 350
Fat: 15g
Carbohydrates: 50g
Protein: 4g
Substitutions for ingredients:
- All-purpose flour can be substituted with cake flour or gluten-free flour.
- Unsalted butter can be substituted with salted butter, but reduce the amount of salt in the recipe.
- Granulated sugar can be substituted with brown sugar or coconut sugar.
- Milk can be substituted with almond milk or soy milk.
Variations:
- Add 1/2 cup of chopped walnuts or pecans to the batter.
- Add 1/2 cup of chocolate chips to the batter.
- Add 1/2 teaspoon of cinnamon to the batter.
Tips and tricks:
- Make sure the coffee is cooled before adding it to the batter.
- Use room temperature ingredients for best results.
- Level the cakes before frosting for a more even appearance.
Storage instructions:
Store the cake in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3 days.
Reheating instructions:
Allow the cake to come to room temperature before serving.
Presentation ideas:
- Dust the top of the cake with cocoa powder or powdered sugar.
- Top the cake with whipped cream and chocolate shavings.
Garnishes:
- Fresh berries
- Chocolate shavings
- Whipped cream
Pairings:
- Coffee
- Tea
- Milk
Suggested side dishes:
- Fresh fruit salad
- Vanilla ice cream
Troubleshooting advice:
- If the cake is too dry, try adding more coffee or milk to the batter.
- If the cake is too moist, reduce the amount of liquid in the recipe.
Food safety advice:
- Make sure to use clean and sanitized equipment when preparing the cake.
- Store the cake in the refrigerator to prevent spoilage.
Food history:
Coffee cake has been a popular dessert in the United States since the 19th century. The addition of coffee to the batter gives the cake a rich, deep flavor.
Flavor profiles:
The coffee layer cake has a rich, deep flavor with a hint of sweetness.
Serving suggestions:
Serve the coffee layer cake as a dessert or as a special treat for brunch or afternoon tea.
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Taste: Rich, Moist, Sweet, Coffee, Aromatic, Coffee-Flavored