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Luxurious Latte Cake with Creamy Coffee Frosting

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A moist, coffee-infused cake with layers of espresso and vanilla flavor, topped with creamy espresso frosting — perfect for brunches and celebrations.

Ingredients

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Cake:

  • 2 1/4 cups all-purpose flour

  • 1 tbsp instant espresso powder

  • 1 cup whole milk (warmed)

  • 1 tbsp baking powder

  • 1/2 tsp baking soda

  • 1/2 tsp salt

  • 3/4 cup vegetable oil

  • 1/2 cup granulated sugar

  • 1/2 cup brown sugar

  • 2 eggs

  • 1/2 cup sour cream

  • 2 tsp vanilla extract

Frosting:

  • 1 cup unsalted butter, softened

  • 4 oz cream cheese or mascarpone

  • 3 cups powdered sugar

  • 2 tbsp brewed espresso or strong coffee

  • 1 tsp vanilla extract

  • Pinch of salt

Instructions

  • Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C). Grease and line two 8-inch cake pans.

  • Dissolve espresso powder in warm milk. Let cool.

  • Mix flour, baking powder, baking soda, and salt in one bowl.

  • In another bowl, beat sugars and eggs until light. Add oil, sour cream, and vanilla.

  • Alternate adding flour mix and coffee milk to wet ingredients. Mix just until combined.

  • Divide into pans and bake for 25–30 minutes. Cool completely.

  • For frosting, beat butter and cream cheese until fluffy. Add powdered sugar, espresso, vanilla, and salt. Beat until smooth.

  • Layer and frost the cake. Garnish with cocoa powder or espresso beans if desired.

Notes

Adjust espresso for more or less intensity. Refrigerate frosting if too soft. Store cake chilled.

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