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White Chocolate Mocha Cake

White Chocolate Mocha Cake
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Indulge in the luscious flavors of this White Chocolate Mocha Cake, a dessert that beautifully marries creamy white chocolate with rich espresso. This elegant cake features layers of moist white chocolate cake infused with espresso, complemented by a silky white chocolate ganache and topped with an indulgent espresso cream cheese frosting. Perfect for birthdays, celebrations, or simply treating yourself, this cake is not only visually stunning but also incredibly delicious. With its family-friendly flavors, it’s sure to be a hit among both kids and adults alike. Elevate your dessert game today!

Ingredients

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  • 4 ounces white baking chocolate
  • 2 1/2 cups cake flour
  • 2 1/2 teaspoons baking powder
  • 1/2 teaspoon salt
  • 1 1/2 sticks unsalted butter, softened
  • 1 1/2 cups white sugar
  • 2 large eggs, room temperature
  • 2 teaspoons vanilla extract
  • 1 1/3 cup milk
  • 1 Tablespoon instant espresso or 1 Tablespoon plus 2 teaspoons instant coffee
  • 1 Tablespoon granulated sugar
  • 1/4 cup boiling water
  • 12 oz. white chocolate for ganache
  • 6 oz heavy cream for ganache
  • 2 sticks unsalted butter, softened for frosting
  • 16 oz packages cream cheese, softened
  • 1 Tablespoon espresso granules dissolved in 2 teaspoons vanilla extract for frosting
  • 6 to 6 1/2 cups powdered sugar for frosting

Instructions

  1. Preheat oven to 325°F (163°C). Grease and flour three 8-inch cake pans.
  2. Melt white chocolate with warm milk until smooth; cool slightly.
  3. Mix flour, baking powder, and salt in a bowl.
  4. Beat softened butter and sugar until fluffy; add eggs and vanilla.
  5. Alternate adding dry ingredients and the chocolate mixture until combined.
  6. Divide batter into pans and bake for 22-25 minutes or until a toothpick comes out clean.
  7. Cool cakes for ten minutes before transferring to wire racks.

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