Some desserts feel indulgent; others feel unforgettable. This Chocolate Coffee Cake is both. With its velvety texture, deep chocolate flavor, and a smooth coffee cream sandwiched in the center, it’s the kind of cake that turns an ordinary afternoon into something special.

This treat brings together two ingredients that naturally belong side by side—chocolate and coffee. Coffee intensifies the cocoa, while the chocolate softens the bitterness of coffee, resulting in a balanced, aromatic cake that appeals to both dessert lovers and coffee enthusiasts.

And the best part?
This recipe is shockingly simple, yet the finished cake looks like something straight from a bakery display.

Why This Cake Is So Special

1. Soft, Moist Chocolate Base

The chocolate sponge in this cake is light and tender, perfect for slicing into neat squares without crumbling.

2. Creamy Coffee Filling

The filling, flavored with coffee or espresso, adds richness and depth—like a latte tucked between two layers of chocolate.

3. No Fancy Tools Needed

A single baking pan, a whisk, and simple pantry ingredients are all you need.

4. Perfect for Sharing

The cake is baked in a rectangle and sliced into generous squares, making it ideal for parties, potlucks, and celebrations.

Ingredients

For the Chocolate Cake

• 3 large eggs

• 1 cup sugar

• 1 cup milk

• ½ cup vegetable oil

• 1 tsp vanilla extract

• 2 cups all-purpose flour

• ¾ cup unsweetened cocoa powder

• 1 tbsp instant coffee (optional but enhances flavor)

• 1 tbsp baking powder

• Pinch of salt

For the Coffee Cream Filling

• 1 can (14 oz) sweetened condensed milk

• 2 tbsp instant coffee or espresso powder

• 2 tbsp butter

• ½ cup heavy cream or milk

How to Make Chocolate Coffee Cake