Ingredients
The Cheesecake Layer
- 16 oz cream cheese, softened
- 2/3 cup granulated sugar
- 2 large eggs
- 1/3 cup sour cream
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 2 tablespoons instant coffee granules dissolved in 2 tablespoons hot water
The Chocolate Cake Base
- 1 and 3/4 cups all-purpose flour
- 3/4 cup unsweetened cocoa powder
- 1 and 1/2 teaspoons baking powder
- 1 and 1/2 teaspoons baking soda
- 1 teaspoon salt
- 2 cups granulated sugar
- 1 cup buttermilk, at room temperature
- 1/2 cup vegetable oil
- 2 large eggs, at room temperature
- 2 teaspoons vanilla extract
- 1 cup hot coffee
The Mocha Frosting
- 1 cup unsalted butter, softened
- 4 cups powdered sugar
- 1/2 cup unsweetened cocoa powder
- 2 tablespoons instant coffee granules dissolved in 2 tablespoons hot water
- 1/3 cup heavy cream
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
For Garnish
- Chocolate shavings or curls
- Coffee beans or chocolate-covered espresso beans
Instructions on the next page 👇👇