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Chocolate Espresso Sheet Cake

Prep Time 20 minutes
Cook Time 30 minutes
Total Time 50 minutes
Servings 12 pieces
Calories 420
A rich and moist chocolate cake infused with espresso, perfect for coffee lovers and chocolate enthusiasts alike.

Ingredients

Batter

  • 3/4 cups whole milk
  • 2 eggs eggs
  • 1/4 cup plain yogurt
  • 1/2 cup canola oil
  • 1 TBSP vanilla
  • 1 1/2 cups all purpose flour
  • 1 1/2 cups granulated sugar
  • 1 cup unsweetened cocoa powder
  • 1 1/2 tsp baking powder
  • 1 1/2 tsp baking soda
  • 1 tsp salt
  • 1/2 cup plus 2 TBSP hot espresso hot espresso
  • 1/2 cup semi sweet chocolate chips semi sweet chocolate chips (optional)
  • 2 sticks (1 cup) salted butter salted butter, room temperature
  • 1 1/2 cups powdered sugar, sifted
  • 8 ounces semisweet or dark chocolate melted and cooled slightly
  • 1 1/2 tsp vanilla
  • 3 TBSP heavy whipping cream

Instructions 

  • Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C). Grease a baking sheet.
  • Mix dry ingredients and wet ingredients separately, then combine to form batter.
  • Pour batter into prepared pan and bake for 30 minutes.
  • Prepare frosting by beating butter, powdered sugar, melted chocolate, vanilla, and cream until smooth.
  • Frost the cooled cake and serve.

Notes

For extra flavor, add a shot of espresso to the frosting.
Calories: 420kcal
Cost: $15
Course: Dessert
Cuisine: American
Keyword: chocolate