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Vietnamese Iced Coffee Cake

Irresistible Vietnamese Iced Coffee Cake for Sweet Moments

This Vietnamese Iced Coffee Cake is a delightful fusion of coffee and dessert, perfect for sweet moments.
Prep Time 30 minutes
Cook Time 35 minutes
Cooling Time 30 minutes
Total Time 1 hour 35 minutes
Servings: 8 slices
Course: Desserts
Cuisine: Vietnamese
Calories: 350

Ingredients
  

Cake Batter
  • 2 cups All-Purpose Flour For a gluten-free option, use a gluten-free flour blend.
  • 1 cup Ground Coffee or Instant Coffee Granules Instant espresso offers a bolder taste.
  • 1 tbsp Baking Powder Ensure it's fresh for best results.
  • 1 tsp Baking Soda Ensure it's fresh for best results.
  • 1/2 tsp Kosher Salt Table salt can be used as a substitute.
  • 1 cup Granulated Sugar Brown sugar lends a deeper flavor.
  • 3 large Large Eggs Use room temperature eggs.
  • 1 tsp Pure Vanilla Extract Avoid imitation for the best taste.
  • 1 cup Sour Cream Greek yogurt is a great substitute.
  • 1/2 cup Canola Oil Vegetable oil can work as well.
  • 1 cup Strongly Brewed Coffee Cold brew or espresso gives the best results.
Frosting
  • 1 cup Unsalted Butter Ensure it’s at room temperature.
  • 3 cups Confectioners’ Sugar Consider using powdered monk fruit for lower sugar.
  • 1/2 cup Sweetened Condensed Milk Evaporated milk can be used, but flavor changes slightly.
Decoration
  • 1/2 cup Chocolate Sauce Homemade coffee fudge sauce can be an alternative.
  • 1/4 cup Strongly Brewed Coffee (for fudge) Enhances chocolate flavor.

Equipment

  • 8-inch round cake pans
  • mixing bowls
  • spatula
  • hand mixer
  • whisk
  • toothpick
  • Wire rack

Method
 

Preparation
  1. Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and prepare two 8-inch round cake pans. Grease the pans thoroughly with butter or cooking spray, then line the bottoms with parchment paper.
  2. In a large mixing bowl, combine all-purpose flour, ground coffee or instant coffee granules, baking powder, baking soda, and kosher salt. Whisk until well blended.
  3. In a separate bowl, cream together the granulated sugar, large eggs, and pure vanilla extract until light and fluffy. Gradually mix in the sour cream, canola oil, and firmly brewed coffee.
  4. Pour the dry ingredient mixture into the bowl with the wet ingredients. Gently fold them together until just combined.
  5. Divide the batter evenly between the prepared cake pans. Bake for 30-35 minutes, or until a toothpick comes out with a few crumbs. Allow cakes to cool in pans for 10 minutes before transferring to a wire rack.
  6. While the cakes cool, whip together the unsalted butter and a pinch of salt until creamy, then gradually add confectioners' sugar and sweetened condensed milk.
  7. Level the tops of the cooled cake layers, spread frosting on one layer, stack the second layer, and apply a thin crumb coat. Chill for 30 minutes.
  8. Cover the entire cake with the remaining frosting and create mocha fudge swirls with chocolate sauce mixed with brewed coffee.
  9. Slice the cake into generous pieces and serve immediately, or refrigerate until needed.

Nutrition

Serving: 1sliceCalories: 350kcalCarbohydrates: 50gProtein: 5gFat: 15gSaturated Fat: 9gPolyunsaturated Fat: 2gMonounsaturated Fat: 3gCholesterol: 70mgSodium: 200mgPotassium: 150mgFiber: 1gSugar: 30gVitamin A: 500IUCalcium: 50mgIron: 1mg

Notes

Always use fresh baking ingredients for best results and experiment with flavors to customize your cake.

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