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Mocha Hazelnut Cake

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A decadent layer cake combining rich chocolate, bold coffee, and nutty roasted hazelnuts, topped with a luscious mocha frosting — perfect for special occasions or coffee lovers.

Ingredients

  • 2 cups all-purpose flour
  • 3/4 cup cocoa powder
  • 2 tsp baking powder
  • 1 tsp baking soda
  • 1/2 tsp salt
  • 1 3/4 cups granulated sugar
  • 3 large eggs
  • 1 cup whole milk
  • 1 cup strong brewed coffee, cooled
  • 1/2 cup vegetable oil
  • 2 tsp vanilla extract
  • 1 cup roasted hazelnuts, finely chopped
  • 1 cup unsalted butter, softened
  • 3 cups powdered sugar
  • 1/2 cup cocoa powder (for frosting)
  • 2 tsp instant coffee granules dissolved in 2 tbsp hot water
  • 1/4 cup heavy cream
  • 1 tsp vanilla extract (for frosting)

Instructions

  1. Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C). Grease and line two 8-inch round cake pans.
  2. In a medium bowl, whisk together flour, cocoa powder, baking powder, baking soda, and salt.
  3. In a large bowl, beat sugar and eggs until light and fluffy. Add milk, coffee, oil, and vanilla; mix until combined.
  4. Gradually add the dry ingredients to the wet mixture, mixing until just combined. Fold in chopped hazelnuts.
  5. Divide batter evenly between prepared pans. Bake for 25–30 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted in the center comes out clean.
  6. Cool cakes in pans for 10 minutes, then transfer to a wire rack to cool completely.
  7. For the frosting, beat butter until creamy. Add powdered sugar, cocoa powder, dissolved coffee, heavy cream, and vanilla; beat until smooth and fluffy.
  8. Frost the cooled cakes, stacking layers and spreading frosting over the top and sides.
  9. Garnish with extra chopped hazelnuts if desired.

Notes

Use espresso instead of coffee for a stronger flavor.Add chocolate ganache between layers for extra richness.Replace hazelnuts with almonds or walnuts if preferred.o make cupcakes, adjust baking time to 18–20 minutes.Add a splash of hazelnut liqueur to the frosting for an adult twist.

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