Salted Caramel Espresso Chocolate Cake: The Best Indulgence Recipe
A decadent dessert combining rich chocolate, espresso, and a hint of salted caramel for the ultimate indulgence.
- Author: Souzan
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Total Time: 50 minutes
- Yield: 12 servings 1x
- Category: Desserts
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
- Diet: Vegetarian
- 1 cup all-purpose flour
- 1/2 cup cocoa powder
- 1 teaspoon baking powder
- 1/2 teaspoon baking soda
- 1/4 teaspoon salt
- 1 cup sugar
- 1/2 cup unsalted butter, softened
- 2 large eggs
- 2 teaspoons vanilla extract
- 1/2 cup espresso, cooled
- 1/2 cup salted caramel sauce
- 1/2 cup chocolate chips
- Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C). Grease and flour cake pans.
- In a bowl, whisk together the flour, cocoa powder, baking powder, baking soda, and salt.
- In another bowl, cream together sugar and butter until light and fluffy.
- Add eggs one at a time, then stir in vanilla and espresso.
- Gradually add dry ingredients to the wet mixture, mixing until just combined.
- Fold in salted caramel sauce and chocolate chips.
- Pour batter into prepared pans and bake for 25-30 minutes or until a toothpick comes out clean.
- Let cool before frosting with salted caramel frosting.
Notes
- For a richer flavor, use dark cocoa powder.
- Make sure to cool the espresso before adding it to the mixture.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 slice
- Calories: 350
- Sugar: 28g
- Sodium: 200mg
- Fat: 15g
- Saturated Fat: 9g
- Unsaturated Fat: 4g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 45g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 5g
- Cholesterol: 60mg
Keywords: Salted Caramel Espresso Chocolate Cake, cupcakes, dessert, indulgent recipe