Caramel Coffee Drizzle Cake (Printable Format)

A moist coffee-infused cake topped with a rich homemade caramel sauce and coffee drizzle - a decadent treat for coffee lovers with a sweet tooth.

# What You'll Gather:

→ For the Cake

01 - 1 ½ cups all-purpose flour
02 - 1 cup granulated sugar
03 - 1 teaspoon baking powder
04 - ½ teaspoon baking soda
05 - ½ teaspoon salt
06 - ½ cup unsalted butter, softened
07 - 1 large egg
08 - ½ cup brewed coffee, cooled
09 - ½ cup buttermilk
10 - 1 teaspoon vanilla extract

→ For the Caramel Sauce

11 - 1 cup brown sugar, packed
12 - ½ cup unsalted butter
13 - 1/4 cup heavy cream
14 - 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
15 - Pinch of salt

→ For the Coffee Drizzle

16 - 2 tablespoons brewed coffee
17 - 1 tablespoon powdered sugar

# Step-by-Step Instructions:

01 - Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C). Grease and flour a 9×9-inch baking pan or line it with parchment paper.
02 - In a medium bowl, whisk together the flour, sugar, baking powder, baking soda, and salt. In a separate large bowl, beat together the softened butter and egg until light and fluffy. Add the brewed coffee, buttermilk, and vanilla extract, and mix well. Gradually add the dry ingredients to the wet ingredients, stirring until smooth.
03 - Pour the cake batter into the prepared pan and bake for 25-30 minutes or until a toothpick inserted into the center comes out clean. Let the cake cool for 10 minutes in the pan, then transfer it to a wire rack to cool completely.
04 - While the cake is cooling, make the caramel sauce. In a saucepan, combine the brown sugar, butter, and heavy cream. Stir constantly over medium heat until the mixture comes to a simmer. Let it simmer for about 3-4 minutes, stirring frequently, until the sauce thickens. Remove from heat, stir in the vanilla extract and salt, and set aside.
05 - In a small bowl, whisk together the brewed coffee and powdered sugar until smooth.
06 - Pour the warm caramel sauce over the cooled cake, spreading it evenly. Drizzle the coffee mixture over the caramel in a decorative pattern.
07 - Let the cake sit for a few minutes to allow the caramel to soak in slightly, then slice and serve. The cake can be served warm or at room temperature.

# Important Tips:

01 - For a more intense coffee flavor, add 1 tablespoon of instant espresso powder to the cake batter
02 - The cake can be stored in an airtight container at room temperature for up to 3 days
03 - Warm individual slices in the microwave for 15-20 seconds before serving for an extra gooey texture

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