Mocha Layer Cake with Chocolate-Rum Cream Filling!

That sounds absolutely delicious! A Mocha Layer Cake with Chocolate-Rum Cream Filling combines rich coffee flavors with chocolate and a hint of rum — perfect for those who love indulgent desserts.

Here’s a recipe idea to make it:

Ingredients:

For the Cake:

• 1 ½ cups all-purpose flour

• 1 ½ cups sugar

• ¾ cup unsweetened cocoa powder

• 1 ½ teaspoons baking powder

• 1 ½ teaspoons baking soda

• 1 teaspoon salt

• 2 large eggs

• 1 cup milk

• ½ cup vegetable oil

• 2 teaspoons vanilla extract

• ¾ cup hot brewed coffee (or strong espresso)

For the Chocolate-Rum Cream Filling:

• 1 cup heavy whipping cream

• 2 tablespoons powdered sugar

• 1 teaspoon vanilla extract

• 2 tablespoons dark rum (or adjust to your taste)

• 2 ounces semi-sweet chocolate, melted

For the Mocha Syrup (Optional for added moisture):

• ½ cup hot brewed coffee

• 2 tablespoons sugar

• 1 tablespoon rum (optional)

Instructions:

For the Cake:

1. Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C). Grease and flour two 9-inch round cake pans.

2. In a large bowl, whisk together the flour, sugar, cocoa powder, baking powder, baking soda, and salt.

3. Add the eggs, milk, oil, and vanilla extract. Mix until smooth.

4. Gradually add the hot coffee to the batter, mixing until well combined. The batter will be thin, but that’s okay.

5. Pour the batter evenly into the prepared cake pans.

6. Bake for about 30-35 minutes or until a toothpick inserted into the center comes out clean. Let the cakes cool in the pans for 10 minutes before transferring them to wire racks to cool completely.

For the Chocolate-Rum Cream Filling:

1. In a mixing bowl, beat the heavy cream, powdered sugar, and vanilla extract until soft peaks form.

2. Fold in the melted chocolate and rum. The filling should be thick and fluffy.

For the Mocha Syrup (optional):

1. In a small bowl, combine the hot coffee and sugar, stirring until the sugar dissolves.

2. Stir in rum if using, and let it cool.

Assembling the Cake:

1. If you want to add moisture to the cake, brush the layers with the mocha syrup.

2. Place one cake layer on a cake plate. Spread a generous amount of chocolate-rum cream filling over the top.

3. Place the second layer on top and frost the entire cake with the remaining cream filling.

4. Optional: Garnish with chocolate shavings, cocoa powder, or even a sprinkle of coffee granules for an extra touch.

Serving:

Slice, serve, and enjoy! The cake is perfect for any special occasion, or even just a decadent dessert to satisfy your sweet tooth. The combination of mocha, chocolate, and rum is absolutely divine.

Let me know if you need any more details or adjustments!