Kahlua Cake - Kahlua Sweetheart Cake Recipe

Name: Kahlua Cake - Kahlua Sweetheart Cake
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 3/4 cup (175 ml) unsweetened cocoa; 1 tsp (5 ml). instant coffee crystals; 1 cup (225 ml) boiling water; 1/2 cup (125 ml) plus 2 tbsp (30 ml) Kahlua, divided; 1/2 cup (125 ml) butter, softened; 1/4 cup (60 ml) shortening; 1-3/4 cups (425 ml) sugar; 3 eggs; 1 tsp (5 ml). vanilla; 2 cups (475 ml) shifted all-purpose flour; 1-1/2 tsp (7 ml) baking soda; 3/4 tsp (4 ml). salt; 1/4 tsp (1 ml). baking powder; 1 6 oz (168 grm) package semisweet chocolate pieces; 1 cup (225 ml) butter; 1/4 cup (60 ml) kahlua; 1/4 cup (60 ml) half and half; 2-1/2 cups (600 ml) powdered sugar

Servings: persons

3/4 cup (175 ml) unsweetened cocoa
1 tsp (5 ml). instant coffee crystals
1 cup (225 ml) boiling water
1/2 cup (125 ml) plus 2 tbsp (30 ml) Kahlua, divided
1/2 cup (125 ml) butter, softened
1/4 cup (60 ml) shortening
1-3/4 cups (425 ml) sugar
3 eggs
1 tsp (5 ml). vanilla
2 cups (475 ml) shifted all-purpose flour
1-1/2 tsp (7 ml) baking soda
3/4 tsp (4 ml). salt
1/4 tsp (1 ml). baking powder
1 6 oz (168 grm) package semisweet chocolate pieces
1 cup (225 ml) butter
1/4 cup (60 ml) kahlua
1/4 cup (60 ml) half and half
2-1/2 cups (600 ml) powdered sugar

1
Preheat oven to 350 degrees (175 C.).
2
Line 2 9 inch round pans with parchment paper and lightly grease sides of pans.
3
In one small heatproof bowl, blend cocoa, coffee, and water.
4
Stir in 1/2 cup (125 ml) Kahlua and allow to cool.
5
In a large bowl, beat butter, shortening, sugar, eggs and vanilla until light and fluffy.
6
In another small bowl, combine flour, baking soda, salt and baking powder.
7
Alternately add flour mixture and cocoa mixture to butter mixture, beating well after each addition.
8
Divide batter evenly in pans.
9
Bake 25 to 30 minutes, just until a wooden toothpick inserted into centers comes out clean.
10
DO NOT OVERBAKE
11
Cool on wire racks 5 minutes.
12
Loosen edges, remove from pans.
13
Peel off parchment paper and cool cakes completely on wire racks.
14
Brush bottom of each layer with 1 tbsp (15 ml) Kahlua.
15
Fill and frost with Kahlua fudge frosting.
16
Let stand until frosting is set.
17
Combine chocolate, butter, Kahlua and half and half in medium saucepan.
18
Stir over medium heat until chocolate melts.
19
Remove from heat.
20
Blend in powdered sugar.
21
Beat until frosting is cool and of spreading consistency.
22
(Pan may be placed over ice water to hasten cooling)

1953

kcal

Calories

149

Fat

147

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.

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 18 ingredients. The key ingredients include: 3/4 cup (175 ml) unsweetened cocoa, 1 tsp (5 ml). instant coffee crystals, 1 cup (225 ml) boiling water, 1/2 cup (125 ml) plus 2 tbsp (30 ml) Kahlua, divided, and more.

Yes, Kahlua Cake - Kahlua Sweetheart 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!

Kahlua Cake - Kahlua Sweetheart Cake

Tips for the best results

Variations & substitutions

My Personal Notes

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