Chocolate Coffee Cake with Lotus Cream Topping

 

Ingredients

.1/2 cups all-purpose flour

.1 cup granulated sugar

.1/2 cup unsweetened cocoa powder

.1 teaspoon baking soda

.1/2 teaspoon baking powder

1/2 teaspoon salt

.1 cup strong brewed coffee, cooled

.1/2 cup vegetable oil

.2 large eggs

.1 teaspoon vanilla extract

.1 cup buttermilk

.1/2 cup Lotus Biscoff spread

.1/4 cup heavy cream

1/4 cup powdered sugar (for dusting, optional)

How to Make

Choose high-quality cocoa powder and brewed coffee for the best flavor. The quality of these ingredients will significantly impact the taste of the cake.

Preheat your oven to the correct temperature before you begin. This ensures that the cake bakes evenly and rises properly.

Grease and flour your cake pan thoroughly to prevent the cake from sticking. A non-stick spray can also be used for added convenience.

Mix the dry ingredients together first to ensure they are evenly distributed. This helps prevent lumps and ensures a smooth battet

Combine the wet ingredients separately before adding them to the dry ingredients. This ensures that the liquid components are evenly mixed and incorporated

Gradually add the wet ingredients to the dry ingredients, mixing until just combined. Overmixing can cause the cake to become dense and tough.

Pour the batter into the prepared cake pan and smooth the top with a spatula. This helps the cake bake evenly and rise uniformly.

Bake the cake until a toothpick inserted into the center comes out clean. This indicates that the cake is fully cooked and ready to be removed from the oven.

Allow the cake to cool completely before adding the Lotus cream topping. This prevents the topping from melting and ensures it sets properly.

Spread the Lotus cream topping evenly over the cooled cake. Let it set for a few minutes before serving to allow the flavors to meld together.