Mocha Torte

Health score
3%
Mocha Torte
25 min.
16
407kcal

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Indulge your sweet tooth with this delectable Mocha Torte, a dessert that beautifully marries the rich flavors of chocolate and coffee. Perfect for gatherings, this cake serves 16 people, making it an ideal centerpiece for parties, celebrations, or simply a special treat to share with family and friends. With just 25 minutes of prep time, you can whip up this impressive dessert without spending hours in the kitchen.

This luscious torte begins with a moist and fudgy devil's food cake, enhanced by the robust notes of instant coffee. Each layer is not just a dessert; it’s an experience that tantalizes your taste buds with every bite. The creamy cocoa frosting adds the perfect finishing touch, delivering an extra punch of flavor to an already spectacular cake. Don't forget to garnish with fresh grapes and strawberries for a touch of color and elegance, elevating the overall presentation.

Whether it's for a birthday bash, a holiday feast, or just because you deserve something special, this Mocha Torte is bound to impress. With its soft, airy texture and the rich aroma of coffee, it's a dessert that promises to leave a lasting impression on everyone who tries it. So, roll up your sleeves and get ready to create this heavenly delight that combines simplicity and sophistication in every slice!

Ingredients

  • 18.3 ounce devil's food cake mix with pudding
  • cup butter softened
  • tablespoons cocoa 
  • 16 servings garnishes: grapes and strawberries fresh
  • 0.3 cup coffee granules instant divided
  • cups powdered sugar 
  • 1.3 cups water 
  • tablespoons whipping cream 

Equipment

  • oven
  • hand mixer

Directions

  1. Stir together 1 1/4 cups water and 2 tablespoons instant coffee granules until completely dissolved.
  2. Prepare cake mix according to package directions, substituting coffee mixture for water.
  3. Pour batter into 3 greased and floured 8-inch cakepans.
  4. Bake at 350 for 18 minutes or until a wooden pick inserted in center comes out clean. Cool in pans on wire racks 10 to 15 minutes; remove from pans, and cool completely on wire racks.
  5. Beat butter at medium speed with an electric mixer until creamy; gradually add powdered sugar, beating at low speed until blended.
  6. Add remaining 2 tablespoons coffee granules, cocoa, and cream, beating until blended.
  7. Brush cake layers evenly with coffee liqueur, if desired.
  8. Spread cocoa mixture between cake layers.
  9. Spread Mocha Frosting on top and sides of cake.
  10. Garnish, if desired.
  11. Note: For testing purposes only, we used Pillsbury Moist Supreme Devil's Food Cake
  12. Mix and Kahla for coffee liqueur.

Nutrition Facts

Calories407kcal
Protein3.32%
Fat36.51%
Carbs60.17%

Properties

Glycemic Index
2.88
Glycemic Load
9.97
Inflammation Score
-5
Nutrition Score
8.1917391335187%

Flavonoids

Catechin
0.41mg
Epicatechin
1.23mg
Quercetin
0.06mg

Nutrients percent of daily need

Calories:406.55kcal
20.33%
Fat:17.45g
26.84%
Saturated Fat:3.98g
24.89%
Carbohydrates:64.71g
21.57%
Net Carbohydrates:62.57g
22.75%
Sugar:46.65g
51.83%
Cholesterol:2.12mg
0.71%
Sodium:406.31mg
17.67%
Alcohol:0g
100%
Alcohol %:0%
100%
Caffeine:121.07mg
40.36%
Protein:3.57g
7.14%
Vitamin K:19.77µg
18.83%
Copper:0.32mg
16.12%
Potassium:495.77mg
14.16%
Phosphorus:132.65mg
13.26%
Manganese:0.25mg
12.47%
Vitamin A:619.18IU
12.38%
Iron:2.17mg
12.05%
Magnesium:39.97mg
9.99%
Vitamin B1:0.14mg
9.63%
Vitamin B2:0.16mg
9.16%
Vitamin B3:1.81mg
9.07%
Fiber:2.14g
8.57%
Calcium:73.31mg
7.33%
Vitamin E:1.06mg
7.04%
Selenium:4.84µg
6.91%
Vitamin B6:0.12mg
6.24%
Folate:22.99µg
5.75%
Vitamin C:4.07mg
4.94%
Zinc:0.41mg
2.73%
Vitamin B5:0.13mg
1.29%
Source:My Recipes