Irish Coffee Dessert Cake Recipe

Name: Irish Coffee Dessert Cake
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 1/2 cup (125 ml) butter; 1-1/2 cups (350 ml) sugar; 1 tsp (5 ml). vanilla; 2-1/4 cups (525 ml) cake flour; 2-1/2 tsp (12.5 ml). baking powder; 1/4 tsp (1 ml). salt; 1 Tbsp (15 ml). instant coffee; 1 cup (225 ml) milk; 4 large eggs, separated; 1-1/4 cups (300 ml) whipping cream; 1/3 cup (80 ml) powdered sugar; 1 tsp (5 ml). vanilla; 2 Tbsp (30 ml). Irish whiskey; Shaved chocolate

Servings: persons

1/2 cup (125 ml) butter
1-1/2 cups (350 ml) sugar
1 tsp (5 ml). vanilla
2-1/4 cups (525 ml) cake flour
2-1/2 tsp (12.5 ml). baking powder
1/4 tsp (1 ml). salt
1 Tbsp (15 ml). instant coffee
1 cup (225 ml) milk
4 large eggs, separated
1-1/4 cups (300 ml) whipping cream
1/3 cup (80 ml) powdered sugar
1 tsp (5 ml). vanilla
2 Tbsp (30 ml). Irish whiskey
Shaved chocolate

1
Cream butter and 1-1/4 cups (300 ml) sugar together until light and fluffy.
2
Add the vanilla during the creaming.
3
Combine the flour, baking powder, coffee and salt.
4
Add to the butter mixture alternately with the milk.
5
Beat the egg whites until soft peaks form.
6
Fold in remaining 1/4 cup (60 ml) sugar.
7
Beat to a meringue consistency.
8
Fold into cake batter.
9
Pour into two 9-inch cake pans, lightly greased on bottoms only.
10
Bake in a 350 degree (175 C.) oven for 25 minutes.
11
Cool 10 minutes on a wire rack; loosen edges around cakes and remove from pans.
12
Cool completely.
13
Whip cream.
14
Add powdered sugar.
15
Fold in vanilla and whiskey.
16
Fill and frost cake.
17
Decorate with shaved chocolate.

842

kcal

Calories

Fat

102

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.
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 14 ingredients. The key ingredients include: 1/2 cup (125 ml) butter, 1-1/2 cups (350 ml) sugar, 1 tsp (5 ml). vanilla, 2-1/4 cups (525 ml) cake flour, and more.

Yes, Irish Coffee Dessert Cake 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!

Irish Coffee Dessert Cake

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Variations & substitutions

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