Café au Lait Cake

Health score
1%
Café au Lait Cake
245 min.
12
283kcal

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Indulge your senses with the delightful Café au Lait Cake, a dessert that perfectly marries the rich flavors of coffee and chocolate. This cake is not just a treat for the taste buds; it’s an experience that transports you to a cozy café with every bite. Imagine layers of moist chocolate cake infused with the bold essence of espresso, complemented by a luscious whipped topping that adds a light, creamy texture. Whether you're hosting a gathering or simply treating yourself, this cake is sure to impress.

With a preparation time of just over four hours, this dessert allows you to savor the anticipation as it bakes and cools. The combination of instant espresso and chocolate creates a harmonious balance that coffee lovers will adore. Topped with a smooth milk chocolate frosting and a decorative swirl of whipped topping, this cake is as beautiful as it is delicious. For an extra touch, consider garnishing it with chocolate-covered espresso beans, adding a delightful crunch and an extra kick of flavor.

Perfect for any occasion, the Café au Lait Cake serves 12, making it an ideal choice for celebrations or a sweet ending to a family dinner. So, gather your ingredients and get ready to create a dessert that will leave everyone asking for seconds!

Ingredients

  • tablespoon espresso powder instant
  • 1.3 cups water 
  • box duncan hines devil's food cake 
  • teaspoons espresso powder instant
  • tablespoon cool whip 
  • 12 oz chocolate frosting 
  • 1.5 cups cool whip frozen thawed
  • serving espresso grounds 

Equipment

  • bowl
  • oven

Directions

  1. Heat oven to 350°F (325°F for dark or nonstick pans). Grease two 8- or 9-inch round cake pans, or spray with baking spray with flour. Dissolve 1 tablespoon coffee in 1 1/4 cups water. Make cake batter as directed on box, using coffee mixture in place of the water.
  2. Bake and cool as directed.
  3. Dissolve 2 teaspoons coffee in 1 tablespoon cool water. Stir 2 teaspoons of the coffee mixture into frosting. In medium bowl, stir together whipped topping and remaining coffee mixture; gently stir in 1/4 cup of the frosting mixture.
  4. On serving plate, place 1 cake layer, rounded side down.
  5. Spread with half of the whipped topping mixture (about 3/4 cup) to within 1/4 inch of edge. Top with second layer, rounded side up. Frost side and top of cake with frosting. Pipe remaining whipped topping mixture around top of cake. Refrigerate 1 to 2 hours or until chilled.
  6. Garnish top of cake with espresso beans. Store covered in refrigerator.

Nutrition Facts

Calories283kcal
Protein3.74%
Fat33.36%
Carbs62.9%

Properties

Glycemic Index
0
Glycemic Load
0
Inflammation Score
-2
Nutrition Score
4.8108695875043%

Nutrients percent of daily need

Calories:283.22kcal
14.16%
Fat:11.1g
17.07%
Saturated Fat:3.02g
18.9%
Carbohydrates:47.08g
15.69%
Net Carbohydrates:45.92g
16.7%
Sugar:31.71g
35.23%
Cholesterol:1.56mg
0.52%
Sodium:357.36mg
15.54%
Alcohol:0g
100%
Alcohol %:0%
100%
Caffeine:23.02mg
7.67%
Protein:2.8g
5.6%
Phosphorus:128mg
12.8%
Iron:2.05mg
11.4%
Copper:0.21mg
10.37%
Manganese:0.16mg
7.92%
Vitamin B2:0.12mg
7.26%
Selenium:5.06µg
7.22%
Calcium:68.36mg
6.84%
Magnesium:25.87mg
6.47%
Folate:24.26µg
6.07%
Potassium:205.64mg
5.88%
Vitamin E:0.85mg
5.67%
Vitamin B1:0.08mg
5.29%
Fiber:1.16g
4.63%
Vitamin B3:0.81mg
4.07%
Zinc:0.41mg
2.7%
Vitamin B12:0.14µg
2.4%
Vitamin B6:0.03mg
1.38%
Vitamin K:1.41µg
1.34%