Caramel Coffee Buttercream

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Here’s a complete, expanded “big” recipe for an Irresistible Caramel Coffee Buttercream Cake, including every section you asked for—introduction, ingredients, instructions/method, history, benefits, formation, nutrition, lovers, and conclusion (once clearly, not duplicated).

🧁 Introduction

This Caramel Coffee Buttercream Cake is a dream dessert for coffee lovers and anyone who enjoys rich, silky frosting with layers of soft, moist sponge. The combination of deep coffee flavor and buttery caramel frosting makes it elegant enough for celebrations yet comforting enough for everyday indulgence.

📝 Ingredients

✅ For the Cake

  • 2 ½ cups all-purpose flour
  • 2 ½ tsp baking powder
  • ½ tsp baking soda
  • ½ tsp salt
  • 1 cup unsalted butter, softened
  • 1 ½ cups granulated sugar
  • 3 large eggs, room temperature
  • 1 tbsp vanilla extract
  • 1 cup whole milk
  • 2 tbsp instant coffee mixed in 2 tbsp hot water (or espresso shot)

✅ For the Caramel Sauce (Homemade or Store-Bought)

  • 1 cup granulated sugar
  • 6 tbsp unsalted butter
  • ½ cup heavy cream
  • Pinch of salt

✅ For the Coffee Buttercream

  • 1 cup unsalted butter, room temperature
  • 4 cups powdered sugar
  • 3 tbsp caramel sauce
  • 2 tbsp instant coffee mixed in 1 tbsp hot water
  • 1–2 tbsp milk or cream (if needed)

👩‍🍳 Instructions & Methods

1️⃣ Make the Cake

  1. Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C). Grease and line two 8-inch (or 9-inch) round pans.
  2. In a bowl, whisk flour, baking powder, baking soda, and salt.
  3. In another bowl, beat the butter and sugar until light and fluffy.
  4. Add eggs one at a time, then vanilla.
  5. Mix in the coffee mixture.
  6. Alternate adding dry ingredients and milk into the batter.
  7. Divide between pans and bake for 25–30 minutes.
  8. Cool completely before frosting.

2️⃣ Make the Caramel Sauce

  1. Heat sugar in a saucepan over medium heat until melted and amber-colored.
  2. Stir in butter until combined.
  3. Slowly pour in heavy cream.
  4. Add a pinch of salt. Let cool.

3️⃣ Make the Buttercream

  1. Beat butter until creamy.
  2. Add powdered sugar gradually.
  3. Mix in caramel and coffee mixture.
  4. Add milk if needed for smoothness.

4️⃣ Assembly / Formation

  • Trim cake tops if domed.
  • Add a layer of buttercream between cake layers.
  • Frost the top and sides.
  • Drizzle leftover caramel sauce decoratively.
  • Optionally pipe rosettes or add chocolate shavings.

🏛 History

Buttercream-frosted cakes have roots in 19th-century European baking, especially in France and England. Coffee-infused cakes became popular in Victorian times, while caramel was adored in American and French confectionery. Combining both flavors reflects modern fusion pastry trends.

✅ Benefits

  • Rich flavor pairing: Coffee enhances caramel beautifully.
  • Moist texture: Fat and liquid ratio ensures softness.
  • Customizable: Works as cupcakes, loaf cake, or layered treats.
  • Perfect for occasions: Elegant yet simple to make.

🍰 Lovers of This Cake

  • Coffee addicts
  • Caramel enthusiasts
  • Celebration cake fans
  • People who enjoy gourmet-style desserts

🔍 Nutrition (Per Slice – Approx., based on 12 servings)

  • Calories: ~460
  • Carbs: 55g
  • Fat: 24g
  • Protein: 5g
  • Sugar: 42g

Note: Values vary by brand and portion size.

🎉 Conclusion

This Caramel Coffee Buttercream Cake is pure decadence—moist, aromatic, and layered with buttery caramel frosting and deep coffee undertones. It satisfies both dessert lovers and coffee fans and looks stunning when served. Whether for birthdays, gatherings, or weekend treats, it’s a showstopper that wins hearts every time.

If you want variations (eggless, cupcakes, no-bake, gluten-free, whipped topping, etc.), just say the word!

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