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White Chocolate Mocha Cake

Ultimate White Chocolate Mocha Cake for Coffee Lovers

Indulge in the luxurious flavors of this White Chocolate Mocha Cake, perfect for coffee lovers and gatherings alike.
Prep Time 30 minutes
Cook Time 25 minutes
Cooling Time 10 minutes
Total Time 1 hour 5 minutes
Servings: 12 slices
Course: Desserts
Cuisine: American
Calories: 450

Ingredients
  

For the Cake
  • 8 oz White Baking Chocolate Adds creaminess and depth; substitute with high-quality white chocolate chips if desired.
  • 2 cups Cake Flour Provides structure and tenderness; replace with all-purpose flour mixed with cornstarch for a similar texture.
  • 2 tsp Baking Powder Acts as a leavening agent for lift; always ensure it's fresh for best results.
  • 1 tsp Salt Enhances the flavor balance and brings out the sweetness.
  • 1 cup Unsalted Butter Creates a rich, moist base; remember to soften it to room temperature for optimum creaming.
  • 1 cup White Sugar Sweetens the cake and contributes to its texture.
  • 4 large Eggs Bind all ingredients together; use room temperature eggs for better incorporation.
  • 1 tsp Vanilla Extract Adds comforting flavor depth to the cake.
  • 1 cup Milk Provides moisture; feel free to use almond or soy milk as dairy alternatives.
For the Espresso Mixture
  • 2 tbsp Instant Espresso Infuses the cake with a rich coffee flavor; can be swapped with instant coffee if needed.
  • 1/4 cup Granulated Sugar Sweetens the espresso mixture for balanced taste.
  • 1/2 cup Boiling Water Helps dissolve the espresso granules quickly.
For the Ganache & Frosting
  • 1 cup Heavy Cream Essential for making a smooth, rich ganache.
  • 8 oz Cream Cheese The base for the frosting; full-fat versions yield the best consistency.
  • 2 cups Powdered Sugar Sweetens and stabilizes the frosting; adjust to your preferred sweetness level.

Equipment

  • Oven
  • Mixing bowls
  • electric mixer
  • Saucepan
  • Cake pans
  • wire rack

Method
 

Preparation
  1. Preheat your oven to 325°F (160°C) and prepare three 8x2 inch cake pans by greasing them with softened butter, then dusting with flour.
  2. In a medium saucepan, gently heat the milk over low heat and add the white baking chocolate, stirring until melted and smooth.
  3. In a large mixing bowl, whisk together the cake flour, baking powder, and salt.
  4. Cream together the softened unsalted butter and granulated sugar until light and fluffy.
  5. Add the eggs one at a time, mixing well, followed by the vanilla extract.
  6. Alternate adding the flour mixture and cooled white chocolate mixture, mixing on low speed until just combined.
Baking
  1. Divide the batter evenly among the prepared pans and bake for 22-25 minutes, or until a toothpick comes out clean.
  2. Remove from the oven and allow the cakes to cool in the pans for about 10 minutes.
Espresso Mixture
  1. Dissolve the instant espresso and granulated sugar in boiling water until smooth and cool completely.
Ganache
  1. Heat the heavy cream until just simmering, then stir in the chopped white chocolate until smooth.
Frosting
  1. In a bowl, beat together cream cheese and cooled espresso, then gradually add powdered sugar until fluffy.
Assembly
  1. Brush the tops of the cooled layers with the espresso mixture and layer with ganache, stacking the cake.
  2. Frost the outer layer with the espresso cream cheese frosting and decorate as desired.

Nutrition

Serving: 1sliceCalories: 450kcalCarbohydrates: 55gProtein: 6gFat: 25gSaturated Fat: 15gPolyunsaturated Fat: 1gMonounsaturated Fat: 5gCholesterol: 80mgSodium: 200mgPotassium: 250mgFiber: 1gSugar: 35gVitamin A: 500IUCalcium: 50mgIron: 1mg

Notes

Chill the ganache if it's too soft before spreading. Customize flavors as desired.

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