Gooey Coffee Caramel Cake
Rich, moist, and dripping with buttery caramel, this gooey coffee caramel cake is the perfect indulgent treat for coffee lovers.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 35 minutes
- Total Time: 50 minutes
- Yield: Serves 8–10
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
- Diet: Vegetarian
Ingredients
For the Cake:
1½ cups all-purpose flour
1½ tsp baking powder
½ tsp baking soda
¼ tsp salt
½ cup unsalted butter, softened
¾ cup brown sugar
2 large eggs
1 tsp vanilla extract
1 tbsp instant espresso powder dissolved in ¼ cup hot water (or strong brewed coffee)
½ cup sour cream or plain Greek yogurt
For the Gooey Caramel Sauce:
½ cup granulated sugar
3 tbsp unsalted butter
¼ cup heavy cream
½ tsp vanilla extract
Pinch of sea salt
Optional Garnish:
Whipped cream
Coffee beans or chocolate shavings
Extra drizzle of caramel
Instructions
Make the Cake:
Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C). Grease and flour an 8-inch round or square baking pan.
In a bowl, whisk flour, baking powder, baking soda, and salt.
In a separate bowl, cream butter and brown sugar until fluffy.
Add eggs one at a time, then mix in vanilla and coffee.
Mix in sour cream, then gradually add dry ingredients.
Pour into prepared pan and bake for 30–35 minutes, or until a toothpick comes out clean. Let cool slightly.
Make the Caramel Sauce:
In a saucepan, heat sugar over medium heat until melted and golden.
Carefully add butter and stir until melted. Slowly whisk in cream.
Remove from heat and stir in vanilla and salt. Let cool slightly.
Assemble:
Poke small holes in the warm cake and pour caramel sauce over the top.
Let the caramel soak in, then top with whipped cream or garnish as desired.
Notes
For extra richness, serve warm with vanilla ice cream.
Use decaf coffee if you prefer less caffeine.
Store leftovers covered at room temperature for 1–2 days or refrigerate for up to 5 days.
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