Baileys Chocolate Coffee Cake

Baileys Chocolate Coffee Cake

Chocolate, Liquor Coffee Cake

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Reviewed by Arturs Arnicans
Prep Time: 25m
Cook Time: 1h
Total Time: 1h 25m
Temp.: 350 °F
Servings: 15
Difficulty: Easy
4.9 (62 Reviews)
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Ingredients

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For the Cake

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Nutritional Information

477
Calories
20.6g
Fat
65.3g
Carbohydrate
5.8g
Protein
81mg
Cholesterol
142mg
Sodium
Baileys Chocolate Coffee Cake

Recipe Description

I am a huge fan of liquor in baking and this Baileys Chocolate Coffee Cake recipe is one of my first choices. Made with a dense, moist cake batter with a layer of coffee, cocoa and granulated sugar and covered in a coffee and melted chocolate topping. If the Bailey’s doesn’t win over your heart then the coffee-chocolate combination definitely will.

To make Baileys Chocolate Coffee Cake, you will need the following ingredients:

Ingredients for Baileys Chocolate Coffee Cake

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Steps to make

  1. 1

    Preheat oven and prepare baking pan

    Step 1 - Baileys Chocolate Coffee Cake

    Preheat the oven to 350 °F and grease a 9x13-inch loaf pan with cooking spray.

  2. 2

    Prepare filling

    2 min
    Step 2 - Baileys Chocolate Coffee Cake

    In a medium bowl, whisk ½ cup of brown sugar, 1½ teaspoons of cocoa powder and ½ teaspoon of instant espresso powder until combined.

  3. 3

    Prepare batter

    5 min
    Step 3 - Baileys Chocolate Coffee CakeStep 3 - Baileys Chocolate Coffee Cake

    In a large bowl, beat ¾ cup of softened butter with 1 cup of granulated sugar, ⅓ cup of brown sugar and 2 teaspoons of baking powder until combined and smooth.

  4. 4

    Add eggs

    2 min
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    Beat in 3 eggs, 1 egg at a time.

  5. 5

    Add wet ingredients

    2 min
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    Pour in ⅔ cup of sour cream, 1 cup of whole milk and ¼ cup Baileys and mix again until combined.

  6. 6

    Add flour

    3 min
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    Gradually add 3 cups of all-purpose flour while continuously mixing until combined.

  7. 7

    Prepare cake

    5 min
    Step 7 - Baileys Chocolate Coffee CakeStep 7 - Baileys Chocolate Coffee CakeStep 7 - Baileys Chocolate Coffee Cake

    Transfer half the batter into the prepared baking dish, then sprinkle an even layer of filling over, and finally top with the remaining half of batter.

  8. 8

    Prepare topping

    2 min
    Step 8 - Baileys Chocolate Coffee CakeStep 8 - Baileys Chocolate Coffee Cake

    In a medium bowl, whisk ¾ cup of granulated sugar, ¾ cup of all-purpose flour, 2 teaspoons of cocoa powder, ¾ teaspoon of espresso powder and a pinch of salt until combined.

  9. 9

    Add butter

    2 min
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    Pour in 4 tablespoons of melted butter and stir to mix through and combine.

  10. 10

    Top cake

    2 min
    Step 10 - Baileys Chocolate Coffee Cake

    Evenly scatter the prepared topping over batter.

  11. 11

    Bake

    1h
    Step 11 - Baileys Chocolate Coffee Cake

    Bake in the preheated oven for about 1 hour or until baked and a wooden toothpick inserted into the center comes out clean.

  12. 12

    Serve

    Step 12 - Baileys Chocolate Coffee Cake

    Once baked, drizzle melted chocolate over the cake and cool for 10-15 before slicing and serving.

This Baileys Chocolate Coffee Cake is a real game changer in the world of baking. Overloaded with all the best flavors and I think you’re going to love it. Once you’ve baked our cakes, take some pics and post them online. Use our hashtag #cookmerecipes to share them with us!

About the author

Ruth Harris

Ruth is an experienced businesswoman and happy mom who just hit 40. She’s a huge gym fan and has a PhD in Keto. Just kidding! But really, Ruth knows how to do Keto the healthy way and has a lot of experience in dealing with all the issues that newbies to this trendy new diet face during the adjustment period, like overcoming Keto flu. Ruth loves life and takes her health and food seriously, so she’s your go-to person if you decided to follow the Keto diet.

Recipe Reviews

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4.9 out of 5 (62 reviews)
Ulysses Grant
February 2, 2025
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Simply delicious cake

Victoria Johnson
September 29, 2024
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This cake was a wonderful treat for my family. I used to bake with my mom, and this recipe brought back sweet memories. The combination of baileys and chocolate is simply divine. It left everyone wanting more. Highly recommend for special occasions or just because.

Greg Thompson
August 15, 2024
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Totally bomb cake!

Olivia Smith
July 19, 2024
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This Baileys Chocolate Coffee Cake is legit. I made it for my hubby and he was blown away by the flavors. Super easy too.

Ethan
July 14, 2024
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Man, this Baileys Chocolate Coffee Cake is just next level! I whipped it up for the fam on a chilly Sunday, and it vanished in no time. The combo of coffee n chocolate is bomb! Totally made my coffee-loving heart proud!

Laura Johnson
February 17, 2024
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Delicious! This cake was a hit at my dinner party; the Baileys added a wonderful richness. Everyone couldn't stop talking about it, and it pairs perfectly with coffee!

Amélie
October 15, 2023
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OMG, this Baileys Chocolate Coffee Cake is just fab! I made it for my husband’s bday and it was a hit! Everyone was like, ‘Just one slice?’ Haha, can’t wait to bake it again!

Kevin
October 12, 2023
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Absolutely divine cake!

Tara
October 12, 2023
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This Baileys Chocolate Coffee Cake made our anniversary so special! The rich flavors of coffee and chocolate blended beautifully, just like us. It was a delight to bake and share. I can’t wait to make it again for my friends!

Paula Johnson
October 6, 2023
Verified

Delicious

Vanessa Smith
October 3, 2023
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Delicious, easy, unforgettable.

Yosef Thompson
May 17, 2023
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This Baileys Chocolate Coffee Cake is a total game changer. I whipped it up for a small gathering and everyone was blown away. The rich coffee-chocolate combo with that hint of Baileys is just wow. Deff gonna make it again soon

Rosie
May 11, 2023
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This cake is a total game changer! Made it for hubby's bday, he loved it. So delish.

Yankee78
May 1, 2023
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Man, this Baileys Chocolate Coffee Cake is the real deal. I brought it to my anniversary dinner with my wife, and it was gone in minutes. Soft, rich, and that boozy kick? Perfect. I love how simple it is to whip up too. Def my new go-to for special occasions.

Quinn
April 10, 2023
Verified

Moist, delightful, perfection.

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