Recipe For Mocha Cake Ala Goldilocks

Instructions

1. Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and grease two 9-inch round cake pans. Line the bottoms with parchment paper for easy removal.

2. In a large mixing bowl, whisk together the flour, sugar, cocoa powder, baking powder, baking soda, and salt until well combined.

3. In a separate bowl, whisk together the eggs, buttermilk, vegetable oil, and vanilla extract. Gradually pour the wet ingredients into the dry ingredients, mixing until just combined.

4. Stir in the brewed coffee, ensuring the batter is smooth and well mixed.

5. Divide the batter evenly between the prepared cake pans and 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.

7. Allow the cakes to cool in the pans for 10 minutes before transferring them to a wire rack to cool completely.

8. For the frosting: In a mixing bowl, beat the softened butter until creamy and smooth.

9. Gradually add the powdered sugar, cocoa powder, and instant coffee powder, mixing on low speed until well combined.

10. Add the heavy cream, one tablespoon at a time, until the frosting reaches your desired consistency.

11. To assemble the cake: Place one of the cooled cake layers on a serving plate and spread a generous amount of frosting on top.

12. Carefully place the second cake layer on top and frost the top and sides of the cake with the remaining frosting.

13. If desired, garnish with chocolate shavings or a dusting of cocoa powder.