coffee cake with coffee butter frosting Recipe

Name: coffee cake with coffee butter frosting
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 175 grams unsalted butter; 175 grams self-raising flour; 1 tsp baking powder; 175 grams caster sugar; 3 medium eggs; 1 tsp vanilla extract; 1 1/2 tbsp instant coffee mixed with a little boiling water; 150 grams unsalted butter; 220 grams icing sugar; 2 tbsp double cream; 2 tbsp instant coffee mixed with a little boiling water; 100 grams chopped mixed nuts

Servings: persons

175 grams unsalted butter
175 grams self-raising flour
1 tsp baking powder
175 grams caster sugar
3 medium eggs
1 tsp vanilla extract
1 1/2 tbsp instant coffee mixed with a little boiling water
150 grams unsalted butter
220 grams icing sugar
2 tbsp double cream
2 tbsp instant coffee mixed with a little boiling water
100 grams chopped mixed nuts

1
Pre-heat oven to 180c.
2
Grease and line bases of 2 20cm sponge tins.
3
To make cake - sift flour and baking powder into a mixing bowl.
4
Add butter, caster sugar, eggs, vanilla extract and coffee mixture and beat together until thick and well blended.
5
Divide mixture evenly between both sponge tins.
6
Smooth and bake in oven for 20 mins until cooked.
7
Test to see if cooked by inserting a skewer into middle of cake - if skewer comes out clean cake is cooked.
8
Leave to cool in tins for 5 mins.
9
Turn cakes out onto a wire rack and leave to go completely cold.
10
To make coffee frosting - beat the butter with icing sugar, then beat in the cream and coffee mixture.
11
Sandwich cakes together with 1/3 of frosting and use rest to cover top and sides of cake.
12
Cover side of cake with chopped mixed nuts.

1356

kcal

Calories

Fat

134

Carbs

Protein

Fat Carbs Protein

* Per serving · 4 servings · Values may vary.

Tips for the best results

Read through all the steps once before you start and measure out your ingredients first — it makes everything go more smoothly.
Preheat the oven fully and bake on the middle rack for the most even results.
Check for doneness a few minutes early — a toothpick in the center should come out with just a few moist crumbs.
Let it cool before slicing so it sets properly and holds its shape.
Store leftovers in an airtight container in the fridge and enjoy within a few days.

Variations & substitutions

Use a neutral oil or a plant-based spread in place of butter for a dairy-free version.
Brown sugar instead of white sugar adds a deeper, more caramel-like flavor.
Leave out the nuts to make it nut-free, or swap in seeds for a similar crunch.
A good 1:1 gluten-free flour blend works well if you need a gluten-free version.
Coconut cream is a reliable plant-based alternative to dairy cream.

No specific allergen information. Please check the ingredient list for possible allergens.

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This recipe makes 4 servings. You can adjust the portion size directly on this page.

You need 12 ingredients. The key ingredients include: 175 grams unsalted butter, 175 grams self-raising flour, 1 tsp baking powder, 175 grams caster sugar, and more.

Yes, coffee cake with coffee butter frosting falls under the Baking & Desserts category and is a great choice for this type of meal.

Store in an airtight container at room temperature for up to 3–5 days. For longer storage, freeze for up to 3 months — no need to refrigerate or reheat.

That's it — enjoy your meal!

coffee cake with coffee butter frosting

Tips for the best results

Variations & substitutions

My Personal Notes

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