Dulce de Leche Mocha Cake😋💕

Dulce de Leche Mocha Cake😋💕

Ingredients:

For the Cake:

2 1/2 cups all-purpose flour
1/2 cup unsweetened cocoa powder
2 tsp baking powder
1/2 tsp baking soda
1/2 tsp salt
1/2 cup unsalted butter, softened
1 1/2 cups granulated sugar
3 large eggs
1 tsp vanilla extract
1 cup strong brewed coffee, cooled
1/2 cup whole milk

For the Dulce de Leche Filling:

1 can (14 oz) dulce de leche
1/4 tsp sea salt

For the Mocha Buttercream:

1 cup unsalted butter, softened
3 cups powdered sugar
1/4 cup unsweetened cocoa powder
1/4 cup strong brewed coffee, cooled
1 tsp vanilla extract
1/4 tsp sea salt

Instructions:

          Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C). Grease and flour two 9-inch round cake pans.
          In a medium bowl, whisk together the flour, cocoa powder, baking powder, baking soda, and salt.
           In a large bowl, cream together the butter and sugar until light and fluffy, about 3-4 minutes.
           Add the eggs one at a time, beating well after each addition. Stir in the vanilla extract.
           Gradually add the dry ingredients to the wet mixture, alternating with the cooled coffee and milk. Mix until just combined.
            Divide the batter evenly between the prepared cake pans and smooth the tops.
             Bake for 25-30 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted into the center comes out clean.
             Let the cakes cool in the pans for 10 minutes before transferring to a wire rack to cool completely.

Make the Dulce de Leche Filling:
         In a small bowl, mix the dulce de leche with the sea salt until smooth.

Prepare the Mocha Buttercream:
          In a large bowl, beat the softened butter until creamy.
Sift in the powdered sugar and cocoa powder. Gradually add the cooled coffee, vanilla extract, and sea salt.
           Beat on low until combined, then increase to medium-high and whip until fluffy.

Assemble the Cake:
          Place one cake layer on a serving plate or cake stand. Spread the dulce de leche filling over the top.
          Add the second cake layer. Frost the top and sides with the mocha buttercream and pipe on top
      
Optional:
       Drizzle extra dulce de leche over the top and decorate with chocolate shavings or chunks if desired.

        Slice, Serve and Enjoy 😋💕😊