Coffee Spice Cake With Mocha Filling Recipe

Coffee Spice Cake with Mocha Filling Recipe

History:
Coffee spice cake with mocha filling is a delightful dessert that combines the rich flavors of coffee, warm spices, and a luscious mocha filling. This recipe is a modern twist on classic spice cake and has become a popular choice for those who love the combination of coffee and chocolate.

Fun Facts:
1. Spice cakes have been enjoyed for centuries, with the addition of various spices adding warmth and depth to the cake. The use of spices in cakes dates back to medieval times when spices were highly prized and often used in desserts.
2. Coffee-flavored cakes became popular in the 19th century when coffee started to gain popularity as a beverage. It was not until later that coffee was used as a flavoring in cakes and other desserts.
3. Mocha is a term used to describe a combination of coffee and chocolate flavors. It originated from the port city of Mocha, Yemen, where coffee beans were exported and gained popularity in Europe and America.

Now, let's dive into the recipe!

Ingredients:
- 2 ½ cups all-purpose flour
- 2 teaspoons baking powder
- 1 teaspoon ground cinnamon
- ½ teaspoon ground nutmeg
- ¼ teaspoon ground cloves
- ½ cup unsalted butter, softened
- 1 ½ cups granulated sugar
- 3 large eggs
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 1 cup strong brewed coffee, cooled
- ½ cup milk

Mocha Filling:
- 3 cups confectioners' sugar
- Boiling water
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 2 ounces (2 squares) unsweetened chocolate
- ½ teaspoon grated orange peel

Instructions:

1. Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C). Grease and flour two 9-inch round cake pans.

2. In a medium bowl, whisk together the all-purpose flour, baking powder, ground cinnamon, ground nutmeg, and ground cloves. Set aside.

3. In a large mixing bowl, cream together the softened unsalted butter and granulated sugar until light and fluffy. Add the eggs one at a time, beating well after each addition. Stir in the vanilla extract.

4. Gradually add the dry ingredient mixture to the butter mixture, alternating with the cooled strong brewed coffee and milk. Begin and end with the dry ingredients, mixing just until combined.

5. Divide the cake batter evenly between the prepared cake pans. Smooth the tops with a spatula.

6. Bake in the preheated oven for 25-30 minutes or until a toothpick inserted into the center comes out clean. Allow the cakes to cool in the pans for 10 minutes before transferring them to a wire rack to cool completely.

Mocha Filling:
1. In a mixing bowl, combine the confectioners' sugar, boiling water (added slowly to make a smooth paste), vanilla extract, melted unsweetened chocolate, and grated orange peel. Mix until well combined.

Assembly:
1. Once the cakes have cooled, place one cake layer on a serving plate. Spread a generous amount of the mocha filling over the top using a spatula.

2. Carefully place the second cake layer on top of the filling.

3. Spread the remaining mocha filling on top of the second cake layer, ensuring it covers the top evenly and spreads slightly over the edges.

4. Optional: Decorate the cake as desired with grated chocolate or cinnamon.

5. For an extra touch of indulgence, serve the coffee spice cake with mocha filling with slightly sweetened whipped cream on the side.

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