Description
A rich and ultra moist chocolate sponge cake soaked in a creamy three milk mixture infused with coffee, topped with fluffy whipped cream and a light dusting of cocoa for a decadent mocha twist on a classic dessert.
Ingredients
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- 1 cup all purpose flour
- 1/3 cup unsweetened cocoa powder
- 1 teaspoon baking powder
- 1/4 teaspoon salt
- 1 cup granulated sugar, divided
- 4 large eggs, separated
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 1 cup whole milk
- 1 can sweetened condensed milk, 14 ounces
- 1 can evaporated milk, 12 ounces
- 1 1/2 cups heavy cream, divided
- 2 teaspoons instant coffee granules dissolved in 1 tablespoon warm water
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 350 degrees Fahrenheit and lightly grease a 9×13 inch baking pan.
- In a bowl, whisk together all purpose flour, unsweetened cocoa powder, baking powder, and salt.
- In a separate bowl, beat egg yolks with 1/2 cup of the granulated sugar until pale and thick, then stir in vanilla extract.
- In another bowl, beat egg whites until soft peaks form. Gradually add the remaining 1/2 cup granulated sugar and beat until stiff peaks form.
- Gently fold the dry ingredients into the yolk mixture until combined, then carefully fold in the beaten egg whites.
- Pour batter into the prepared pan and smooth the top. Bake for 25 to 30 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted in the center comes out clean.
- Allow the cake to cool slightly, then poke holes all over the surface using a fork or skewer.
- Whisk together whole milk, sweetened condensed milk, evaporated milk, 1/2 cup of the heavy cream, and dissolved coffee. Slowly pour the mixture evenly over the cake.
- Refrigerate the cake for at least 4 hours or overnight to fully absorb the milk mixture.
- Whip the remaining 1 cup heavy cream until soft peaks form and spread evenly over the chilled cake. Lightly dust the top with cocoa powder before serving.
Notes
- Chill overnight for the best texture and flavor development.
- Pour the milk mixture slowly to ensure even absorption.
- Store covered in the refrigerator for up to 4 days.
- Freezing is not recommended after soaking as the texture may change.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 slice
- Calories: 420
- Sugar: 36g
- Sodium: 210mg
- Fat: 24g
- Saturated Fat: 14g
- Unsaturated Fat: 8g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 46g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 8g
- Cholesterol: 125mg