Moist Mocha Cake Recipe

Name: Moist Mocha Cake
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: Cooking spray; 3/4 cup whole-wheat pastry flour; 1/2 cup all-purpose flour; 1/2 cup Dutch processed cocoa; 1/4 teaspoon salt; 1 teaspoon baking soda; 1 teaspoon baking powder; 2 tablespoons butter, melted; 2 tablespoons canola oil; 2 eggs; 2 egg whites; 1 1/2 cups lowfat yogurt; 2 teaspoons vanilla extract; 3/4 cup granulated sugar; 1 tablespoon espresso powder, dissolved in 1 tablespoon of hot water; 2 ounces good-quality dark chocolate; 1 (8-ounce) bar Neufchatel cheese (reduced fat cream cheese), softened; 1/3 cup confectioners' sugar; 1 teaspoon espresso powder dissolved in 1 teaspoon hot water; 1 teaspoon coffee liqueur or vanilla; 1 small square chocolate

Servings: persons

Cooking spray
3/4 cup whole-wheat pastry flour
1/2 cup all-purpose flour
1/2 cup Dutch processed cocoa
1/4 teaspoon salt
1 teaspoon baking soda
1 teaspoon baking powder
2 tablespoons butter, melted
2 tablespoons canola oil
2 eggs
2 egg whites
1 1/2 cups lowfat yogurt
2 teaspoons vanilla extract
3/4 cup granulated sugar
1 tablespoon espresso powder, dissolved in 1 tablespoon of hot water
2 ounces good-quality dark chocolate
1 (8-ounce) bar Neufchatel cheese (reduced fat cream cheese), softened
1/3 cup confectioners' sugar
1 teaspoon espresso powder dissolved in 1 teaspoon hot water
1 teaspoon coffee liqueur or vanilla
1 small square chocolate

1
Arrange rack in center of oven and preheat oven to 350 degrees F. Spray a 9 by 13-inch cake pan with cooking spray and set aside.
2
Whisk together flours, cocoa, salt, baking soda and baking powder in a medium bowl, then sift ingredients through a fine mesh strainer.
3
In a large mixing bowl, whisk together melted butter and oil.
4
Add eggs and egg whites and whisk to incorporate.
5
Fold in yogurt, vanilla, sugar and dissolved espresso powder.
6
Melt the chocolate in the microwave for 90 seconds or over a double boiler.
7
Fold chocolate into batter.
8
Gradually add sifted dry ingredients and stir until just incorporated; do not overbeat.
9
Pour batter into prepared pan.
10
Bake for 25 to 30 minutes, until cake has risen nicely and a toothpick inserted into the center comes out clean.
11
Cool completely.
12
While cake is cooling, make the frosting:
13
Combine all ingredients in a bowl and beat with an electric hand mixer until soft and creamy.
14
Spread frosting evenly over cake and cut into squares.
15
Finely grate one small square of chocolate.
16
Sprinkle the chocolate shavings over the cake.

955

kcal

Calories

Fat

113

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 21 ingredients. The key ingredients include: Cooking spray, 3/4 cup whole-wheat pastry flour, 1/2 cup all-purpose flour, 1/2 cup Dutch processed cocoa, and more.

Yes, Moist Mocha 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!

Moist Mocha Cake

Tips for the best results

Variations & substitutions

My Personal Notes

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