Gooey Coffee Caramel Cake
Gooey Coffee Caramel Cake is a delicious treat that combines rich coffee flavor with luscious caramel, perfect for coffee lovers and ideal for any occasion.
Ingredients
For the Cake
- 1.5 cups all-purpose flour
- 1 cup granulated sugar
- 1 teaspoon baking powder
- 0.5 teaspoon baking soda
- 0.5 teaspoon salt
- 0.5 cups unsalted butter, softened Ensure butter is at room temperature for better texture.
- 1 large egg
- 0.5 cups brewed coffee, cooled Use freshly brewed coffee for the best flavor.
- 0.5 cups buttermilk
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
For the Caramel Sauce
- 1 cup brown sugar, packed
- 0.5 cups unsalted butter
- 0.25 cups heavy cream
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 1 pinch salt
For the Coffee Drizzle
- 2 tablespoons brewed coffee
- 1 tablespoon powdered sugar
Instructions
Preparation
- Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C). Grease and flour a 9×9-inch baking pan or line it with parchment paper.
- In a medium bowl, whisk together the flour, sugar, baking powder, baking soda, and salt.
- In a separate large bowl, beat together the softened butter and egg until light and fluffy.
- Add the brewed coffee, buttermilk, and vanilla extract, and mix well.
- Gradually add the dry ingredients to the wet ingredients, stirring until smooth.
Baking
- Pour the cake batter into the prepared pan and bake for 25–30 minutes or until a toothpick inserted into the center comes out clean.
- Let the cake cool for 10 minutes in the pan, then transfer it to a wire rack to cool completely.
Making the Caramel Sauce
- In a saucepan, combine the brown sugar, butter, and heavy cream.
- Stir constantly over medium heat until the mixture comes to a simmer.
- Let it simmer for about 3–4 minutes, stirring frequently, until the sauce thickens.
- Remove from heat, stir in the vanilla extract and salt, and set aside.
Making the Coffee Drizzle
- In a small bowl, combine the brewed coffee with powdered sugar and stir until smooth.
Assembly
- Once the cake has cooled, poke holes all over the surface using a fork or skewer.
- Pour the caramel sauce evenly over the cake, allowing it to soak in.
- Drizzle the coffee mixture over the top for an extra coffee kick.
Serving
- Serve the cake warm or at room temperature, optionally topped with whipped cream or a scoop of vanilla ice cream.
Notes
To store your Gooey Coffee Caramel Cake, keep it in an airtight container at room temperature for up to 3 days. If you need it to last longer, you can refrigerate it, where it will stay fresh for about a week.