Perfect Chocolate Coffee Cake with Chocolate Glaze | Mocha Cake Recipe

Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C). Grease and flour a cake pan (round or square, depending on preference) or line it with parchment paper for easy removal.

Prepare the Wet Ingredients:
In a bowl, whisk together the eggs, a pinch of salt, vanilla sugar, and sugar until light and fluffy. Add the oil and milk, then stir in the instant coffee until well combined.

Mix the Dry Ingredients:
In a separate bowl, sift together the flour, cocoa powder, and baking powder. Gradually add the dry ingredients to the wet mixture, stirring gently to avoid overmixing. The batter should be smooth and slightly thick.

Bake the Cake:
Pour the batter into the prepared cake pan and smooth the top. Bake in the preheated oven for 25-30 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted into the center comes out clean. Let the cake cool in the pan for 10 minutes before transferring it to a wire rack to cool completely.

Prepare the Chocolate Glaze:
While the cake is cooling, make the glaze. In a small saucepan, heat the heavy cream over medium heat until it just begins to simmer. Remove from heat and add the chopped chocolate and butter. Stir until the chocolate is fully melted and the glaze is smooth.

Glaze the Cake:
Once the cake has cooled, pour the chocolate glaze over the top, letting it drip down the sides for a beautiful finish.

Serve and Enjoy:
Slice and serve your decadent chocolate coffee cake with a cup of coffee or tea for the perfect treat.

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