One of those desserts that feels like a warm hug in cake form is gooey coffee caramel cake, I must say! Imagine this: a moist, tender cake baked with the delicious aroma of freshly brewed coffee and sweet caramel. My favorite way to indulge is with a hot cup of coffee, which makes it even more delicious and satisfying.
I recall making this cake for my best friend’s birthday the first time. Because we were both coffee addicts, we couldn’t help but think of turning our favorite beverage into a dessert. After laughing and joking around late into the night, we made the most delicious cake in the morning! Since then, I’ve been making it for special occasions because it was love at first bite. Now let’s get started with this delicious recipe that is sure to wow!
Gooey Coffee Caramel Cake: What Is It?
Coffee is the main attraction! Strong brewed coffee has a powerful flavor, which is why I love using it. Strong espresso is equally effective if you don’t have brewed coffee on hand.
Butter: A traditional component that provides moisture and richness. For better control over the sweetness of the cake, I like unsalted butter.
The cake’s rich, caramel flavor comes from the brown sugar. That molasses-like flavor profile will be enhanced by dark brown sugar, making it even more decadent.
Granulated sugar: Adds to the cake’s beautiful sweetness and balances the flavor.
The foundation of your cake is all-purpose flour! For the proper texture, be sure to measure it precisely.
Baking powder: Aids in the cake’s wonderful fluffy rise.
Eggs: Provide moisture and bind everything together. Large eggs are what I typically use.
A necessary ingredient to improve the flavor is vanilla extract. If at all possible, use pure vanilla extract; it has a huge impact.
Heavy Cream: This will be used to make a creamy caramel sauce! It adds the creamy touch that makes everything come together beautifully.
A pinch of salt will balance the sweetness and bring out all the other flavors.
Can You Eat Gooey Coffee Caramel Cake?
I won’t pretend that this cake is a health food, but it does have some entertaining elements!
Coffee: Did you know that coffee can improve your mental and emotional well-being? It is also a potent antioxidant!
Butter: Moderation is essential because of its high saturated fat content, despite its wonderful flavor and richness.
Brown Sugar: It’s still best to monitor your sugar intake even though brown sugar has certain minerals that regular white sugar does not.
All things considered, this cake is undoubtedly an indulgence, but I believe that everyone deserves a small treat occasionally, especially one this delicious!
Things You’ll Need
One cup of cooled, strong brewed coffee
Half a cup of softened unsalted butter
Two cups of all-purpose flour, one cup of packed brown sugar, and half a cup of granulated sugar
Two teaspoons of baking powder
Three large eggs
One teaspoon of vanilla extract and one cup of heavy cream
A pinch of salt
This recipe is ideal for sharing with friends or keeping to yourself—no judgment here! It serves about eight people.
How Can Gooey Coffee Caramel Cake Be Made?
1. Grease a 9-inch round cake pan and preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C). For added security, you might also want to line the bottom with parchment paper.
2. Cream the granulated sugar, brown sugar, and softened butter in a large mixing bowl until light and fluffy. I use a hand mixer most of the time because it’s so much easier!
3. Add the cooled brewed coffee after beating in the eggs one at a time and the vanilla extract.
4. Mix the flour, baking powder, and salt in a separate bowl. Add this dry mixture to the wet ingredients a little at a time, stirring just until combined.
5. Smooth the top of the cake pan after pouring the batter into it. A toothpick inserted in the center should come out clean after baking for 30 to 35 minutes.
6. Prepare the caramel while the cake cools. Put the sugar and heavy cream in a saucepan over medium heat and stir until the sugar dissolves. Simmer it for five to seven minutes without stirring, or until it is a deep golden color. Be careful not to let it burn!
7. After the cake has cooled for ten minutes or so, turn it out onto a serving plate and generously cover it with the warm caramel sauce, allowing it to soak into the cake.
Delicious Serving Ideas
Serve your luscious coffee caramel cake with a scoop of vanilla ice cream or a dollop of whipped cream. For a more upscale look, sprinkle some sea salt over the caramel for the ideal balance of sweetness and salt. To keep the romance going, I usually pair mine with a hot cup of coffee!
It’s a well-liked recipe that unites people and makes them laugh and smile with each bite. I sincerely hope you give it a try. Let me know how it turns out—I’d love to hear your baking adventures! Have fun with your baking!
